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Laberinto

Laberinto isn’t your typical tropical reef. It’s got a rough charm, a raw energy that’s unique to these colder Peruvian waters. The site sits northeast of Santa Maria beach, a maze of jumbled rocks, some huge, some just barely breaking the surface. Maximum depth here is 19 metres, but you'll spend most of your time shallower, weaving through the channels and crevices that give Laberinto its name. Visibility can be a real wildcard, averaging around 3 metres. Don’t let that put you off; it just adds to the adventure. We’ve had dives here where the light filters through the kelp, making the anchovy schools sparkle like a million tiny coins. Keep your eyes peeled for the Pacific cornetfish, long and slender, almost invisible against the rock, and if you’re patient, you might spot a barred pipefish clinging to the algae. Our favourite part? The sheer variety of nudibranchs. We’ve found species here we’ve never seen anywhere else. This is a site for the experienced diver, someone who appreciates the subtle beauty of a temperate environment and isn’t afraid of a bit of a low-vis challenge. It’s a rewarding dive if you slow down and really look.