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artificial reefindustrial structuredeeptechnicalboat diveUnverified

NBM Dive Site Resource

Plataforma MX-1

Los Órganos, Piura, Peru

UNVERIFIED — An offshore former petroleum-platform structure functioning as an artificial reef; the structure is reported to extend to roughly 60 m. Coordinates are deliberately approximate, display-only and not a platform position or navigation waypoint.

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AccessSpecialist operator-arranged boat access only after current authorization, structure status and sea conditions are confirmed. No boat relationship is created.
ExperienceAdvanced with site-specific briefing for recreational upper-structure routes; technical certification, gas and decompression planning for any route beyond recreational limits.
Maximum depthStructure reported to approximately 60 m. Recreational depth must stay within certification, gas and no-decompression limits; deeper routes are technical.
Best seasonPotentially year-round when sea and weather permit; confirm operator schedules and same-day access.
VisibilityVariable with swell, plankton, current, season and weather; confirm same-day visibility locally.

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

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Aquatic life research in progress

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Published reference location

Location map

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Published reference coordinates-4.15900, -81.15900
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

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Diver field observation

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Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

Large artificial-reef structure and dense fish assemblages.

Before you arrive

Access notes

Specialist operator-arranged boat access only after current authorization, structure status and sea conditions are confirmed. No boat relationship is created. Book with a qualified local professional and reconfirm certification, route, depth, gas, entry/exit, permissions, wildlife rules and emergency plan. The displayed coordinate is deliberately approximate and must never be used as an entry point, mooring, structure position or navigation waypoint.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

Industrial structure, sharp or unstable metal, entanglement, overhead-like geometry, current, blue-water ascent, boat traffic, 60 m depth, narcosis, gas and decompression risk. No penetration unless specifically trained, equipped and authorized.

At the site

Facilities and support

Current Los Órganos operators advertise guided diving and equipment; confirm gas, oxygen, vessel and emergency capability.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.