

Best for advanced divers, 10-22m, boat entry, variable current.
Baja Loca is a reef and wall site located 3000 metres offshore from Pucusana, Peru. This site is suited for advanced divers due to variable currents and depths ranging from 10 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat only. The environment is influenced by the Humboldt Current, which brings potential for upwelling and water temperatures between 15 and 18 degrees Celsius. Species recorded around this area include South American Sea Lions, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, and various reef fish such as wrasses, pufferfish, and scorpionfish. Hazards include deep water, strong currents, and surf.
-12.46650, -76.79190
The practical part of the Try Scuba program starts at the Club Esmeralda nautical headquarters in Santa Maria del Mar at 9 am.
The program includes a boat trip.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-22m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Variable
Species recorded around this area include South American Sea Lions, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, wrasses, pufferfish, scorpionfish, and various other reef fish and invertebrates.
No, Baja Loca is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of variable currents, deep water, and surf.
The site ranges from 10 to 22 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Baja Loca is a boat-only dive site located 3000 metres from the shore.
Due to the depth and advanced conditions, this site is primarily for scuba diving.
Diving at Baja Loca in Santa Maria del Mar requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Baja Loca in Santa Maria del Mar. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Baja Loca in Santa Maria del Mar. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
Currents at Baja Loca in Santa Maria del Mar are variable and can change with tides and conditions. Always check current conditions before diving.