AMBAR I
Protected Area
Tres Palmas de Rincón Marine Reserve
Why dive here
With 503+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and humpback whales - AMBAR I offers some of Rincon & West Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Ambar I isn’t just a wreck, it’s a proper deep dive, sitting upright at 54 metres off Rincon. We love a good penetration, and this 50-metre motor vessel, sunk mysteriously back in ‘91, is perfect for those with the right training. Drop down the line and you’ll find her surprisingly intact, offering access to the engine room and cargo hold if you’re comfortable. The darkness down there is profound, but your torch beam picks out schooling snapper and jacks weaving through the deck fittings. Look closely for the shy garden eels poking their heads from the sand around the bow, swaying in the gentle current. This site is definitely one for the experienced tech diver, or at least someone comfortable with significant depth, because that bottom time flies by. Our favourite part? The way the light just barely filters down, giving the whole wreck a ghostly, blue glow. Head out early in the morning; we’ve found the currents tend to pick up later in the day.
Typical AMBAR I Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 54m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
AMBAR I Wreck History
Year Sunk
1991
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
unknown
Shrouded in mystery, the Ambar I is a deep technical wreck lying off Puerto Rico's west coast. This 50-meter motor vessel was on a passage from Boca Chica to San Juan in November 1991 when it vanished beneath the waves. The exact cause of the sinking remains unknown, leaving behind an intriguing puzzle for divers to ponder as they explore its remains.
Sitting at a depth of 54 meters, the Ambar I is a serious dive intended only for certified technical divers with experience in deep wreck penetration and decompression procedures. The descent through the warm, blue Caribbean water reveals a well-preserved vessel resting on the sandy bottom. Exploring the Ambar I offers a thrilling sense of discovery, connecting divers with the silent, enigmatic final moments of this modern ship.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for AMBAR I
AMBAR I Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for AMBAR I, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.34, -67.27) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 29.3–31.2°C
Air Temperature
28°C
83°F
Wind Speed
6.84 m/s
13.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1012.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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