SHAWNEE
Protected Area
Jhonny Cay Regional Park
Why dive here
With 71+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda and pufferfish - SHAWNEE offers some of Malpelo Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
The Shawnee, a tugboat that went down in 1976, rests upright, making it a compelling dive when Malpelo's notorious currents allow. Sitting near the main island, its 45-metre hull is a dark silhouette against the blue, attracting a surprising amount of pelagic action given its depth. We’ve seen silvertips and even a stray hammerhead cruising the perimeter, using the wreck as a kind of navigation marker. Inside, you might find moray eels peeking from the shadows, and schools of snapper often swirl around the bridge. It’s a good one for experienced divers who appreciate a substantial piece of maritime history and don't mind a bit of a current.
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 SHAWNEE
SHAWNEE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SHAWNEE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.4, -81.47) (108km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.3–31.3°C
Current Speed
13.42 cm/s
Direction: NE (63.4°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.094 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
34.38 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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