RUTHY
Protected Area
Río Soco
Why dive here
With 173+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, humpback whales, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - RUTHY offers some of Bayahibe & La Romana's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Ruthy lies just a stone’s throw from shore, a 50-meter motor vessel that came to rest on the rocks back in '88. With a maximum depth of 2 meters, it's less of a dive and more of a snorkel or a leisurely, shallow skin-dive. You’ll find the wreck broken into sections, scattered across the rocky bottom, with some parts completely exposed at the surface. It’s an interesting spot for spotting juvenile fish, particularly around the more intact sections that offer a bit of shelter. Visibility can be a bit variable depending on the day, but it’s an easy, relaxed exploration, perfect for a quick dip after a boat trip.
Typical RUTHY Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for RUTHY
RUTHY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for RUTHY, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.43, -69.32) (24km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 28.9–31°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
3.91 m/s
7.6 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1012.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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