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    The Rock dive site
    pinnacle
    15-30m
    Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
    Îles Galápagos

    The Rock

    Best months: Mar–May

    Protected Area

    Îles Galápagos

    Why dive here

    With 131+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, seals & sea lions, sea turtles and sperm whales - The Rock offers some of Galápagos Islands's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 23-28°C, warmest February, March, April.

    Best timeMar–May
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Seals & Sea Lions, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales · 131+ species recorded
    Water23-28°C · warmest February, March, April
    CharacterPinnacle dive · max 15-30m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Rock is a straightforward drift dive, often with a decent surge to keep you moving. We usually spot white-tip reef sharks resting on the bottom, and schools of snapper hang around the rocky ledges. It’s a good spot for divers comfortable with current, offering a solid Galápagos feel without the deeper demands of some other sites. Visibility here can vary quite a bit, so keep an eye on conditions.

    Typical The Rock Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 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

    Strong currents typical this month (avg 36 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Rock

    The Rock Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for The Rock, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-0.32, -90.55) (15km away)

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    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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