

Best for beginner divers, 20-24m, boat entry, mild current.
El Gran Roque is a tugboat wreck located off the coast of Puerto Cabello, Venezuela. Sunk in 2003 as an artificial reef project, the vessel rests upright on its keel on a sandy bay bottom. The site sits at an average depth of 20 metres, with a maximum depth of 24 metres. Divers access the wreck by boat, encountering mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Water temperatures remain consistent between 26C and 29C throughout the year. Local facilities provide air fills, equipment rental, and guided boat charters.
10.48562, -67.82457
The site is also known as Guabinas.
The site is located in Guabina Bay, part of the Henri Pittier National Park.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
20-24m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, this site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The wreck lies at an average depth of 20 metres, with a maximum depth of 24 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat charter is required to reach the site.
Divers should be aware of the depth and the presence of jellyfish.
Yes, night diving is permitted at this location.
Diving at El Gran Roque in Ocumare de la Costa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near El Gran Roque in Ocumare de la Costa. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at El Gran Roque in Ocumare de la Costa. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
El Gran Roque in Ocumare de la Costa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at El Gran Roque in Ocumare de la Costa typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.