JAMBELI
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.
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
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)
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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