

Best for beginner divers, boat entry, mild current.
Isla Lobos Channel is a sheltered passage located between Isla Lobos and San Cristobal Island. This site is accessible by boat and features mild currents, making it suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkelers can expect visibility ranging from 10 to 33 metres. The area is well known for its California sea lions, which are very common and often interact with visitors. Other marine life recorded here includes wrasses, razor surgeonfish, pufferfish, scorpionfish, whiptail stingray, blue-barred parrotfish, rock cod, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea stars, hawkfish, combers, Panamic Sergeant Major, and various snails. Guided tours and equipment rental are available for those exploring this channel.
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Steer clear of the larger male sea lions as these animals can be territorial and aggressive.
Most commonly visited on Galapagos cruises. It is also possible to take a boat from the dock at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, which takes one hour. A naturalist guide is required.
Recorded at this site
Visibility
10-33m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
California sea lions are very common here. You may also encounter wrasses, razor surgeonfish, pufferfish, scorpionfish, whiptail stingray, blue-barred parrotfish, rock cod, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea stars, hawkfish, combers, Panamic Sergeant Major, and snails.
Yes, Isla Lobos Channel is considered suitable for beginners due to its sheltered nature and mild currents.
Yes, this site is located 10,000 metres from the shore and requires boat access.
Yes, Isla Lobos Channel is highly rated for snorkelling with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Water temperatures range from 22C to 27C throughout the year, with the warmest conditions occurring in March.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Isla Lobos Channel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Isla Lobos Channel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Isla Lobos Channel in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.