

Best for beginner divers, 8-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Muelle Minka Mar in Pucusana offers a combination of natural reef and artificial structures at depths between 8 and 12 metres. This shore-entry site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Divers should wear protective footwear to avoid sharp rocks and coral when entering and navigating the seabed. The site is also accessible for night diving, with typical dives lasting around 50 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius, requiring a minimum 5mm wetsuit. Species recorded around this area include South American sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and sea stars, alongside various wrasses, pufferfish, and scorpionfish.
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Watch where you place your hands and knees on entry and throughout the dive, as the natural reef sections include sharp rocks and coral. Check locally for current facility availability before you go, and bring a wetsuit of at least 5mm as the water sits between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius year-round.
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Depth
8-12m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include South American sea lions, Sally Lightfoot crabs, sea stars, wrasses, pufferfish, and scorpionfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 10 metres, with a range between 8 and 12 metres.
Yes, Muelle Minka Mar is a shore-entry dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections are present, though divers must take care to avoid contact with the seabed.
Diving at Muelle Minka Mar in Chilca requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Muelle Minka Mar in Chilca. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
Muelle Minka Mar in Chilca typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Muelle Minka Mar in Chilca typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.