Ecuador · Off Santiago Island

Cousin's Rock

Also known as: Roca Cousins

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • FrogfishLikely
  • Grey reef sharkLikely
  • Hammerhead sharkLikely
  • Manta rayLikely
  • Moray eelLikely
  • NudibranchLikely
  • Sea turtleLikely
  • SeahorseLikely

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

Not a snorkel site - limited - current-dependent

Safety notes

moderate-strong current, surge

Permits & fees

Galapagos National Park entrance fee $200 + $20 INGALA Transit Control Card

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Puerto Ayora

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.