Diving the waters of La Paz , Baja is world class. The Sea of Cortes is truly “the worlds aquarium” for its diverse body of marine life including Sea Lions, Giant Pacific Manta Rays, Schooling Hammerhead Sharks, Whales, Whale Sharks and more.
This site is the wreck of the cargo ferry "La Salvatierra" which sank in 1976 moments after striking Swanee rock (subsequently fitted with a warning light); of the hundreds of passengers not one life was lost and the insurance company actually paid everyone for their losses..... 50 pesos each !
The Salvatierra is laying on a sandy bottom in 60 ft of depth, and is approximately 70 % intact, this has changed recently because of recent hurricanes.
Both propellers are exposed and many of the trucks which where her cargo are still visible and their tyres remain inflated to this day.
The wreck has formed an "artificial reef" attracting a wide variety of marine life. This is an interesting and enjoyable wreck dive with no penetration. Subject to currents.
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National Park Permit Fee is required by law per person and cost $5 USD per day, paid to:
The Comision Nacional de Areas Naturals Protegidas (The National Commission of Natural Area Protection)
