

Best for beginner divers, 16-18m, boat entry, mild current.
The Salvatierra is a cargo ferry wreck located near Isla Espiritu Santo that sank in 1976 after striking Swanne Rock. Resting on a sandy bottom at a depth of 16 to 18 metres, the vessel remains approximately 70 percent intact. Divers can observe exposed propellers and remnants of the original cargo, including trucks with inflated tyres. The site is accessible only by boat and features mild currents with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 21C and 28C throughout the year. Hazards include boat traffic, potential entanglement within the structure, and sharp coral growth on the wreck.
24.38400, -110.28422
The wreck's distance from shore requires precise pickup coordination for boat exits.
The wreck's distance from shore requires precise pickup coordination.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-28°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include California sea lions, king angelfish, jewel moray, Cortez angelfish, Panamic green moray, longnose hawkfish, snowflake moray, wrasses, barberfish, flower urchin, blue-barred parrotfish, groupers, rock cod, and triggerfish.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The wreck lies on a sandy bottom at an average depth of 18 metres, with a depth range of 16 to 18 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located approximately 32 kilometres from shore.
While the site is primarily a dive location due to the depth of the wreck, it is classified as a dive site.
Diving at Salvatierra Wreck in La Paz Isla Partida requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Salvatierra Wreck in La Paz Isla Partida. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Salvatierra Wreck in La Paz Isla Partida are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Salvatierra Wreck in La Paz Isla Partida typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Salvatierra Wreck in La Paz Isla Partida typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.