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Zona de Buceo 2

Zona de Buceo 2 is one of Malpelo’s trickier spots, but the rewards are there if you're prepared for a bit of a workout. We’ve often found ourselves hanging on for dear life as a surge pushes us around, but that's usually when the big stuff shows up. We love this site for its shark encounters; we’ve seen silky sharks here more times than we can count, cruising by with that effortless grace they have. Keep an eye on the deeper blue, too, as hammerheads occasionally pass through, their silhouettes unmistakable. The reef itself doesn't have the vibrant corals you might find elsewhere. It's more about the sheer number of fish – Sergeant-majors and Yellowhead Wrasse are everywhere, and we've spotted some interesting characters like Slippery Dicks darting between the rocks. It’s a site for experienced divers who are comfortable with strong currents and ready to be patient. We'd suggest going early in the morning, before the current really picks up, to get the best chance at those pelagic encounters. It’s a rough and tumble dive, but for those wanting that raw Malpelo experience, this is it.