

Best for beginner divers, 3-7m, shore entry.
Laguna Totora is a freshwater artificial reef located in Argentina, offering shore-based diving in shallow depths ranging from 3 to 7 metres. With an average depth of 5 metres and no current, the site provides a controlled environment suitable for beginner divers. Visibility is variable, typically around 5 metres, requiring divers to focus on the immediate structure. Night diving is available, providing an opportunity to explore the reef in a shallow setting. The site features amenities including parking, toilets, showers, and a cafe. Guided tours are available to assist with navigation. Divers should wear a thick exposure suit due to consistently cold water temperatures.
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The site has parking, toilets, showers, and a cafe on site, so you can travel light and take your time between dives. Guided tours are available, and for a first night dive in particular, booking a guide is a smart move to get the most from the artificial reef structure.
Located 5 km from the centre of San Cosme via rural roads that are passable all year. Accessible from Corrientes city via National Route 12 and Provincial Route 5.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
3-7m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site supports temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region and habitat.
Yes, the shallow, consistent depths and lack of current make this a suitable environment for newly certified open water divers to build confidence.
The site ranges from 3 to 7 metres in depth, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, Laguna Totora is a shore-entry dive site.
Visibility ranges between two and seven metres, and the water temperature is consistently cold, requiring a thick exposure suit.
Diving at Laguna Totora in San Cosme requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Laguna Totora in San Cosme are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.