Ecuador · San Cristobal Island
Kicker Rock
Also known as: Leon Dormido, Sleeping Lion Rock
Best time to dive
January to December; June to November
What you might see
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
- Sea turtlePossible
- Whale sharkPossible
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - yes - very popular snorkel and dive channel between the two rock pillars
Safety notes
strong current through the channel, boat traffic
Permits & fees
Galapagos National Park entrance fee $200 + $20 INGALA Transit Control Card
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.