What level of diving experience is required for Bahia de Tijeretas?

Bahia de Tijeretas is rated beginner with depths of ≤ 12 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at Bahia de Tijeretas?

At Bahia de Tijeretas, divers commonly encounter: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, marine iguanas, schooling jacks.

Where is Bahia de Tijeretas located?

Bahia de Tijeretas is located in Ecuador, in the Ecuador region (coordinates: -0.8874, -89.6073).

Bahia de Tijeretas Diving - Ecuador, Ecuador

Bahía de Tijeretas is a beginner-friendly dive site in a sheltered bay on San Cristóbal Island, Galápagos, reaching 12 meters depth. Named after the frigatebirds nesting on the cliffs above, this protected cove offers crystal-clear waters and close encounters with playful sea lions. Marine iguanas graze on algae-covered rocks while Galápagos sea turtles glide past. The calm conditions and extraordinary wildlife make it one of the best introductory Galápagos dives, accessible directly from shore.