This dive site is a calm, protected bay featuring volcanic rock formations and is famous for incredibly playful interactions with Galapagos sea lions. It is an excellent and popular site for snorkelers and beginner divers to experience the unique wildlife of the Galapagos.
Bahia de Tijeretas
Shallow, protected bay with playful sea lions and turtles.
- Access
8m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
turtlecoral reef
Marine Life
Marine Iguana
Galapagos Sea Lion
Starfish
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Turtle
Pufferfish
Sergeant Major
King Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth (12m max) and calm, protected bay conditions, ideal for new divers.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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