Dive-site story
Resting within the sheltered waters near San Cristóbal, the broken remains of the steamship Caragua lie scattered across a sandy sea floor. The hull is heavily deteriorated after a century underwater, leaving behind iron ribs, boiler sections, and structural beams that now serve as an artificial reef. Curious Galápagos sea lions frequently inspect divers swimming around the debris field, while green turtles graze peacefully on algae clinging to the rusted plates.
Extensive historic iron wreckage with exposed engine parts and structural framing
Frequent close encounters with playful Galápagos sea lions and resting green sea turtles
Sheltered conditions ideal for training, check-out dives, and macro photography
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Warm season offers calmer seas, warmer water temperatures, and clearer visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galápagos sea lionZalophus wollebaeki | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Thornback guitarfishPlatyrhinoidis triseriata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Pacific spotted scorpionfishScorpaena mystes | Common | ||||||||||||
| Guineafowl pufferArothron meleagris | Common |
Marine forecast
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