SAMANTHA
Protected Area
Río Dulce
Why dive here
With 447+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, eagle rays, nurse sharks, orcas and seahorses - SAMANTHA offers some of Caribbean Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest June, August, September.
The *Samantha* wreck lies just off Guatemala’s Caribbean coast, an accessible dive that tells a bit of a story. This isn't a deep dive, sitting at a maximum of three meters, making it ideal for snorkelers or newer divers looking for a first wreck experience. The motor vessel ran aground in 1991, and now its 75-meter frame has become a home for the local residents. We’ve seen schools of snapper darting in and out of the superstructure, and plenty of damselfish holding territory among the growth. It’s a nice little exploration, easy to navigate, and a good way to spend an afternoon if you’re in the area.
Typical SAMANTHA 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 SAMANTHA
SAMANTHA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SAMANTHA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.09, -88.31) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28–31.9°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
6.82 m/s
13.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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