Gordon's Rock
Why dive here
With 131+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, seals & sea lions, sea turtles and sperm whales - Gordon's Rock offers some of Galápagos Islands's richest diving. Water ranges 23-28°C, warmest February, March, April.
Gordon’s Rock, often on liveaboard itineraries, isn't for the faint of heart. This collapsed crater, about 100 meters across, can dish out some serious current and surge. We're talking proper Galápagos conditions, a good reminder this isn't a spot for your first few dives. But if you're comfortable drifting, you'll often find schooling hammerheads cruising the deeper ledges and whitetips tucked into the crevices. Look closely for a resident Galápagos shark or two making a pass. It’s a site that rewards experience with a real taste of what the central islands offer.
Safety Notes
Strong currents typical this month (avg 36 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Gordon's Rock
Gordon's Rock Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Gordon's Rock, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-0.32, -90.55) (15km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
74°F · Range: 20.2–26°C
Current Speed
36.24 cm/s
Direction: SW (230.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.886 mg/m³
Moderate productivity
Salinity
33.88 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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