

Best for advanced divers, 6-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Gallinazo is a challenging marine site in Pucusana, Peru, featuring a combination of reef and a wall that drops to 40 metres. This site is suited for advanced divers capable of managing strong, unpredictable currents. Visibility ranges from 5 to 18 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 14 and 18 degrees Celsius, necessitating a thick wetsuit. The wall provides significant vertical relief, particularly in the deeper sections. Boat access is required, and the use of a surface marker buoy is essential due to current exposure. Guided tours and first aid facilities are available, and night diving is permitted.
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Strong currents are the defining hazard at Gallinazo, so plan your dive around slack water and brief your team on abort signals before descending. A surface marker buoy is non-negotiable given the boat-entry format and current exposure.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-40m
Visibility
5-18m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-18°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
The site features a wall that drops to 40 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
No, Gallinazo is intended for advanced divers due to the presence of strong currents and deep water conditions.
Access to Gallinazo is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 14 to 18 degrees Celsius, and divers should be prepared for strong currents and visibility between 5 and 18 metres.
Divers must monitor their depth carefully, use a surface marker buoy, and plan dives around slack water to manage the strong currents.
Diving at Gallinazo in Chilca requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Gallinazo in Chilca. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 18°C.