

Best for beginner divers, 0-20m, shore entry, mild current.
Isla Perro Chico in the San Blas Islands features a shallow shipwreck located directly off the beach, complemented by surrounding coral reefs. This site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 0 to 20 metres and an average depth of 5 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, cushion sea stars, various parrotfish, blue tangs, queen conch, and French grunts. Shore access is available, and the site is well-supported by local facilities including equipment rental and guided tours.
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A line of buoys is provided near the shipwreck to help snorkelers rest or exit the water if currents are strong.
Accessible by boat from Puerto Carti or by staying in cabanas on the island. A $22 fee applies to enter Guna Yala territory.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, cushion sea stars, striped parrotfish, blue tangs, stoplight parrotfish, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, queen conch, French grunts, lizardfish, long-spined sea urchins, and slippery dick.
Yes, Isla Perro Chico is suitable for beginners, offering shallow depths and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 0 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
The site is accessible via shore entry.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling, with a shipwreck and coral reefs located just off the beach.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Isla Perro Chico in Panama City. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Isla Perro Chico in Panama City. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Isla Perro Chico in Panama City typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Isla Perro Chico in Panama City typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.