

Best for beginner divers, 7-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Naufragio Folias is a 60-metre fishing vessel that sank in 1980, resting on a clay seabed 300 metres off the coast of Punta Loma. The wreck lies on its port side, with parts of the starboard structure visible during low tide. Divers can explore the site at depths between 7 and 12 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. The structure is colonised by algae, anemones, molluscs, and crustaceans. Access is via a shore entry, and the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Given the cool water temperatures, a drysuit or a thick 7mm wetsuit is recommended.
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Move slowly when coconut octopus are spotted as sudden movements cause them to retreat into unreachable crevices.
Boat access from Puerto Madryn.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
11-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Dec
The wreck lies at depths between 7 and 12 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and a relatively shallow depth.
The site is accessed via a shore entry, located approximately 300 metres from the coast.
The best months for diving at this site are March and December.
The water is cool year-round, ranging from 11C to 19C. Divers should use a drysuit or a thick wetsuit of 7mm or more.
Diving at Naufragio Folias in Puerto Madryn requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Naufragio Folias in Puerto Madryn. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Naufragio Folias in Puerto Madryn are March and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.