

Best for beginner divers, 2-30m, boat entry.
Isla de las Gallinas in Nahuel Huapi Lake offers a unique freshwater dive experience featuring an artificial underwater park. Divers can explore a 3-metre sculpture of Neptune and a submerged chairlift salvaged from a local ski resort. The site is sheltered from the wind, providing calm conditions and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Depths vary between 2 and 30 metres, with an average of 15 metres. Access is by boat only, located 2000 metres from the shore. Water temperatures remain between 10 and 13°C year-round, necessitating the use of a wetsuit or drysuit. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a 4/5 rating for snorkelling.
-41.11200, -71.37200
Charts are modified for high altitude diving at 765 meters AMSL, adding 10% to each depth for safety.
The site is located two kilometers from the shore and requires a boat to reach.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
Depths at this site range from 2 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is located 2000 metres from the shore and requires boat access.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4/5.
The site is protected from the wind, resulting in calm conditions with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures are consistently 10-13°C.
Diving at Isla de las Gallinas in Bariloche requires the following certifications: Extremely Experienced Divers For 30 Meter Depth. Always dive within your training limits.