4m
    Bocas del Toro, Panama
    Portobelo

    ECUADOR

    Best months: Jan–Dec

    Protected Area

    Portobelo

    Why dive here

    With 175+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - ECUADOR offers some of Bocas del Toro's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-29°C, warmest January, August, December.

    Marine lifeBull Sharks, Dolphins, Humpback Whales, Manta Rays and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 175+ species recorded
    Water28-29°C · warmest January, August, December
    CharacterWreck dive · max 4m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Ecuador, off Isla Colón, is one of those dive sites that just keeps giving, even at its shallow depth. We love it because it’s a proper wreck dive – a 30-meter motor vessel – but without the usual associated challenges. This isn't just a pile of metal; the ship sits upright and largely intact, giving it a real presence. You can follow the length of the hull, spotting the propeller and rudder, then poke around the bridge area. What makes it special for us is how marine life has absolutely taken over. Schools of glassy sweepers shimmer inside the darker sections, and we often find nurse sharks resting under ledges. Look closely at the deck plating and you’ll find yellowline arrow crabs picking their way through the sponges. It’s perfect for divers who want to immerse themselves in a wreck without the pressure of deep profiles or strong currents. We always feel a sense of discovery here, like we're exploring a lost world in miniature. Go slow and really soak it in; there’s always something new to spot.

    Typical ECUADOR Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m4m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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 ECUADOR

    ECUADOR Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for ECUADOR, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data

    August Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29.22°C

    85°F

    Current Speed

    5 cm/s

    Direction: E (90°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.245 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    30.41 PSU

    Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)

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