Palomino Island
Also known as: Islas Palomino
Best time to dive
January to December; December to April
What you might see
- DolphinPossible
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 - primary activity for most visitors (surface swim with sea lions, life jackets provided by operators)
Safety notes
Cold water, boat-dependent remote access (weather cancellations common), territorial/biting sea lion bulls especially in breeding season, current/surge near rocks
Permits & fees
Located within SERNANP-managed Reserva Nacional Sistema de Islas, Islotes y Puntas Guaneras; visits require booking through a SERNANP-authorized tour/dive operator; a park entry tariff applies but the specific sol amount was not found in available sources - '-'
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Lima/Callao
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.