Dive-site story
Located along the northern coast of Peru, this dive centers around the submerged pilings of the local artisanal fishing pier. Barnacle-encrusted posts create an artificial structure over a sandy seabed, attracting a persistent gathering of resident green sea turtles. Surface activity from local fishing boats keeps curious marine life patrolling the shallows beneath the dock.
Reliable close encounters with resident Pacific green sea turtles feeding and resting around the pier pilings
Frequent visits from South American sea lions darting between the submerged structure
Dense aggregations of benthic fish and invertebrates sheltered along the barnacle-covered posts
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The austral summer brings warmer equatorial waters and calmer sea conditions to the northern Piura coast.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| South American sea lionOtaria flavescens | Common | ||||||||||||
| Burro gruntPomadasys crocro | Common | ||||||||||||
| Peruvian torpedo rayTetronarce peruana | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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