Gallinazo

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© SB Divers, 15856 Lima
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© SB Divers, 15856 Lima
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© SB Divers, 15856 Lima

Gallinazo

★★★★☆ (5)

Approximately 25 minutes by boat from Santa Maria and only 10 minutes from the Pucusana pier. It is an area where the sea hits directly, so a quick entry and descent from the boat are needed. Only for advanced divers.

This dive site hides underwater an incredible kelp forest, home to many species of fish, crabs, anemones, among others.

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Total number of species: 120

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Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

SB Divers

Av. Del Pinar 109 interior 104 Chacarilla., 15038 Lima, PER

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