This dive site features the MV Ambar, a compelling wreck lying off the coast of Puerto Rico. Resting at an extreme depth, it offers a challenging but highly rewarding experience for expert divers. Due to its depth, the site requires meticulous dive planning, including considerations for decompression stops. Divers navigate the impressive structure of the sunken vessel, exploring its various sections, which serve as an artificial reef.
Divers exploring the MV Ambar can expect to encounter a wide array of ocean-going marine life attracted to the wreck. A notable highlight is the frequent presence of large schools of barracuda, often observed congregating around the shallower parts of the wreck, specifically at the 130-foot (40-meter) mark. While specific coral types are not detailed, the wreck likely provides substrate for various invertebrates and a haven for pelagic and reef fish.
The best time to visit this dive site would be during periods of calm seas, which ensures safer boat access and more comfortable deep diving conditions. Highlights include the dramatic scale of the wreck itself and the potential for encounters with diverse marine species. This site is strictly for expert divers with appropriate deep dive and technical training, along with specialized equipment. It is not suitable for freedivers or snorkelers due to the extreme depth.
