Tagus Cove Dive Site — Galápagos
About Tagus Cove
A historically significant sheltered cove on Isabela's west coast, where 19th-century whaler graffiti adorns the cliffs above the waterline. Below the surface, Galápagos penguins hunt in the cold, clear water alongside flightless cormorants and marine iguanas. The volcanic wall descends gradually with excellent macro life including nudibranchs, scorpionfish, and juvenile seahorses.
Site Information
- Depth: 5–22 m
- Difficulty: intermediate
- Site type: Wall
- Current: Mild
- Best time: Year-round
- Region: Galápagos
Highlights
- Penguins
- Sea Turtles
- Cormorants