20m
    Mancora & North Coast, Peru

    3-4X3

    Best months: Feb–Mar

    Why dive here

    With 77+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, hammerhead sharks, humpback whales, manta rays and mobula rays (devil rays) - 3-4X3 offers some of Mancora & North Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 18-26°C, warmest February, March, April.

    Best timeFeb–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Hammerhead Sharks, Humpback Whales, Manta Rays and Mobula Rays (Devil Rays) · 77+ species recorded
    Water18-26°C · warmest February, March, April
    CharacterWreck dive · max 20m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The 3-4X3 site near Mancora offers a glimpse into the region’s industrial past, now softened by the sea. This isn't a grand liner, but rather a drill vessel, or perhaps a rig, sitting upright at 20 meters. We’ve found the mast sections are particularly interesting, providing plenty of nooks and crannies for exploration. The metalwork has become a canvas for various invertebrates, attracting the usual suspects of reef fish. It’s a straightforward wreck dive, generally calm, a good option for those new to wrecks or looking for something different from the typical reef.

    Typical 3-4X3 Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m20m max~30 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

    Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for 3-4X3

    3-4X3 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for 3-4X3, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-5, -81.17) (8km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    18°C

    65°F · Range: 15.5–24°C

    Air Temperature

    22°C

    72°F

    Wind Speed

    7.72 m/s

    15.0 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1012.4 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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