El chuncho ucusana 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

18.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

14.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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El Chuncho Ucusana is a popular dive site located near Lima, Peru, known for its diverse marine life and unique underwater topography. The site features rocky formations and vibrant marine ecosystems, making it an attractive destination for divers.

Divers can expect to encounter a variety of fish species, including colorful reef fish and possibly larger pelagic species. The underwater landscape includes rocky outcrops and sandy bottoms, providing a rich habitat for marine life.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 14.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rocky sandy Suggest edit

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