9m
    Isla de la Plata, Ecuador
    Manglares del Estuario Interior del Golfo de Guayaquil

    JAMBELI

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    Manglares del Estuario Interior del Golfo de Guayaquil

    Why dive here

    With 145+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - JAMBELI offers some of Isla de la Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-28°C, warmest February, March, April.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Humpback Whales, Manta Rays and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 145+ species recorded
    Water25-28°C · warmest February, March, April
    CharacterWreck dive · max 9m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Jambeli isn't your typical reef dive; it’s a sombre reminder of history, now a thriving artificial reef. Sunk on Christmas Eve 1973, the motor vessel lies in just 9 metres of water, making it incredibly accessible, even for newer wreck divers. We love that you can spend a full hour exploring its skeletal remains. The wreck itself is broken into several large sections, spread across a sandy bottom, hinting at the force of its sinking. As you descend, the sheer size of the hull plates and engine parts becomes apparent. You'll weave through rusted compartments, observing schools of snapper flitting in and out of the shadows. Our favourite part is the way the light filters through the broken deck, illuminating a resident moray eel peeking from a dark crevice. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs clinging to the metal, their colours a stark contrast to the rust. This site suits divers who appreciate a wreck with a story, offering a respectful peek into the past while enjoying the marine life that has claimed it.

    Typical JAMBELI Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m9m max~60 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

    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 JAMBELI

    JAMBELI Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for JAMBELI, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-1.94, -80.79) (26km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    25°C

    76°F · Range: 23.5–25.9°C

    Current Speed

    2.24 cm/s

    Direction: NE (63.4°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.733 mg/m³

    Moderate productivity

    Salinity

    33.26 PSU

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

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