El Dado Suggest edit

Peru Suggest · Lima Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

December to MarchBest months

16.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

12.0–16.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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El Dado is a popular dive site located near Lima, Peru, known for its diverse marine life and interesting underwater topography. The site features rocky formations and a variety of fish species, making it suitable for divers looking to explore the underwater ecosystem.

Diving at El Dado typically involves exploring rocky outcrops and kelp forests. Divers can expect to see schools of colorful fish, invertebrates, and possibly some larger species. The dive can be enjoyed by divers of varying experience levels, with careful attention to conditions.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 16.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

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