

Best for beginner divers, 1-10m, shore entry, mild current.
Los Frailes (Main Bay) is a crescent-shaped bay located within Machalilla National Park at Islote Sucre. This shore-entry site features a reef environment suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Snorkelling is best conducted near the rocky cliffs at the ends of the bay. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 5 and 15 metres and mild currents. Water temperatures range from 24C to 27C throughout the year. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, sharp coral, and surf.
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The area around Isla de la Plata is estimated to be home to the largest manta ray population in the world.
Boat access is required to reach the dive sites at Isla de la Plata.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
24-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners.
The depth ranges from 1 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Los Frailes is a shore-entry site.
Yes, Los Frailes is a snorkelling site with a rating of 3/5.
Visitors should be aware of jellyfish, sharp coral, and surf.
Diving at Los Frailes (Main Bay) in Puerto Lopez requires the following certifications: Open Water Diver. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Los Frailes (Main Bay) in Puerto Lopez. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 27°C.
Los Frailes (Main Bay) in Puerto Lopez typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Los Frailes (Main Bay) in Puerto Lopez typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.