

Best for beginner divers, 6-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Punta Carrión is a sheltered cove located at the northeastern tip of Santa Cruz Island. This boat-access site features a mix of reef and artificial reef topography, with depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers experience mild currents and visibility that varies significantly between 7 and 33 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and offers guided tours. Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, spotted eagle rays, whitetip reef sharks, king angelfish, and Panamic green morays. Hazards at this location include sharks and stonefish.
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The site has a protected area at the end of the Itabaca Channel with calm sea and no currents, suitable for beginners.
10 minute boat ride from the pier on the Itabaca Channel.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-18m
Visibility
7-33m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, spotted eagle rays, whitetip reef sharks, king angelfish, Panamic green morays, wrasses, groupers, pufferfish, and various surgeonfish and triggerfish.
Yes, Punta Carrión is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 6 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, a boat is required to reach this site, which is located 1500 metres from the shore.
Yes, Punta Carrión is a popular spot for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Punta Carrión in Puerto Ayora requires the following certifications: Open Water Diver. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Punta Carrión in Puerto Ayora. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Punta Carrión in Puerto Ayora 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.
Divers at Punta Carrión in Puerto Ayora should be aware of stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Punta Carrión in Puerto Ayora typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Carrión in Puerto Ayora typically ranges from 7 metres to 33 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.