59m
    Bocas del Toro, Panama
    Humedal de Bahía de Panamá

    LISA S.

    Best months: Oct–Feb

    Protected Area

    Humedal de Bahía de Panamá

    Why dive here

    With 175+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - LISA S. offers some of Bocas del Toro's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest May, June, October.

    Best timeOct–Feb
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBull Sharks, Dolphins, Humpback Whales, Manta Rays and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 175+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest May, June, October
    CharacterWreck dive · max 59m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The LISA S., a fishing vessel that went down in '89, is one of our top picks in Bocas. It’s a deep dive, down to 59 meters, so this isn't for the casual observer. We’re talking technical diving territory here, but if you’ve got the training, it’s absolutely worth the effort. The wreck itself sits upright and mostly intact, offering a real sense of its former life. You can imagine the crew working the decks, hauling in nets, before those heavy seas claimed her. Now, the hull is thick with sponges and hard corals, a real transformation. We’ve seen big schools of jacks swirling around the mast, and often catch a glimpse of nurse sharks tucked away in the darker recesses. Exploring the wheelhouse, even from the outside, gives you a proper chill. It’s a quiet, reflective dive, perfect for those who appreciate the history as much as the biology. Go in the morning; the light penetration at that depth really makes the colours pop.

    Typical LISA S. Dive Profile

    15m30m45m60mSafety Stop0m59m max~15 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

    Maximum depth 59m 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.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for LISA S.

    LISA S. Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for LISA S., sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (9.35, -82.2) (0km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    31°C

    87°F · Range: 29.9–32.1°C

    Current Speed

    6 cm/s

    Direction: E (90°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.326 mg/m³

    Moderate productivity

    Salinity

    30.24 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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