Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Located near the Santa Cruz Island in Ecuador, the Gordon Rocks dive site, also known as the "washing machine," is a thrilling destination for advanced divers. Currents and upwellings make this site suitable for experienced divers seeking an exhilarating adventure.
At Gordon Rocks, divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including hammerhead sharks and the famous oceanic sunfish, known as the mola mola. Other fascinating species that can be spotted here include white tip reef sharks, Galapagos sharks, giant sea turtles, stingrays, eagle rays, mobula rays, panamic green morays, barracudas, Galapagos eels, and an array of vibrant reef fish.
With a maximum depth of 24 meters and visibility up to 12 meters, Gordon Rocks offers divers a captivating underwater experience. Whether you are a beginner looking to expand your diving skills or an advanced diver seeking an adrenaline-pumping encounter, this dive site has something to offer for divers of various levels.
Begin your underwater exploration at the captivating Gordon Rocks dive site, located in the scenic Rocas Gordón, Cantón Santa Cruz, Galápagos, Ecuador. Discover the wonders of the ocean in this unique and mesmerizing dive site.
At Gordon Rocks, divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including hammerhead sharks and the famous oceanic sunfish, known as the mola mola. Other fascinating species that can be spotted here include white tip reef sharks, Galapagos sharks, giant sea turtles, stingrays, eagle rays, mobula rays, panamic green morays, barracudas, Galapagos eels, and an array of vibrant reef fish.
With a maximum depth of 24 meters and visibility up to 12 meters, Gordon Rocks offers divers a captivating underwater experience. Whether you are a beginner looking to expand your diving skills or an advanced diver seeking an adrenaline-pumping encounter, this dive site has something to offer for divers of various levels.
Begin your underwater exploration at the captivating Gordon Rocks dive site, located in the scenic Rocas Gordón, Cantón Santa Cruz, Galápagos, Ecuador. Discover the wonders of the ocean in this unique and mesmerizing dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
7.2
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Depth
24m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Wave Height
1.12m
Wind Speed
21 m/s
Water Temp
27.3°C
Visibility
16.36km
Cloud Cover
36%
Wave Period
5.55s
Air Temperature
28.5°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
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Dive Score Chart for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.2367333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 20.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.6956999999999995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Gordon Rocks, Galapagos: 06:00
Sunset at Gordon Rocks, Galapagos: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Gordon Rocks, Galapagos are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.12m (5.55s), Wind: 20.8 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 15.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Gordon Rocks, GalapagosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
June
Score: 9.3
July
Score: 9.3
May
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Water Temp
24.2°C / 75.6°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
November
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Gordon Rocks, Galapagos
Gordon Rocks, Galapagos follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (24.2°C) and October the coldest (17.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). November is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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