What level of diving experience is required for La piedra de la Ballena - Salango?

La piedra de la Ballena - Salango is rated beginner. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at La piedra de la Ballena - Salango?

At La piedra de la Ballena - Salango, divers commonly encounter: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, marine iguanas, schooling jacks.

Where is La piedra de la Ballena - Salango located?

La piedra de la Ballena - Salango is located in Ecuador, in the Ecuador region (coordinates: -1.6023, -80.8603).

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La piedra de la Ballena - Salango

La piedra de la Ballena - Salango

Ecuador, 🇪🇨 EcuadorBeginner

DifficultyBeginner

Description

La Piedra de la Ballena - Salango is a beginner-friendly dive site near Salango village in Ecuador's Machalilla National Park, named 'Whale Rock' for its distinctive boulder formation. The site features rocky reef structures hosting king angelfish, Moorish idols, and Pacific seahorses. Humpback whales pass through the area during migration season (June-September), adding a magical backdrop to surface intervals. The moderate depths and sheltered position make it accessible year-round.