

The Naufragio Río de Oro is a shipwreck site located off Punta Cuevas near Puerto Madryn. Divers explore the vessel at depths ranging from 18 to 30 metres. The site is accessed by boat and features mild currents, making it a manageable wreck dive. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the structure. Due to water temperatures fluctuating between 11 and 19 degrees Celsius, a 7mm wetsuit is recommended for comfort. Divers should maintain strict buoyancy control to avoid entanglement on the wreck structures and ensure all equipment is properly secured before descending into the deeper sections of the site.
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Bring a wetsuit of at least 7mm, as water temperatures can drop to 11 degrees Celsius, especially outside summer months. Check locally for current boat operator schedules and any facility availability before heading out.
Located 400m from the Piedra Buena Pier. Access requires permission from the Prefectura Naval due to its location in a restricted area.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
11-19°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
The site reaches depths between 18 and 30 metres.
The site features mild currents and clear visibility, which can assist with orientation, though divers should be comfortable with wreck diving and buoyancy control.
The Naufragio Río de Oro is accessible by boat.
Water temperatures range from 11 to 19 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
A wetsuit of at least 7mm is recommended due to the water temperatures, and all equipment should be streamlined to prevent entanglement.
Diving at Naufragio Río de Oro in Puerto Madryn requires the following certifications: Experience In Wreck Diving, Experience In Current Diving. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Naufragio Río de Oro in Puerto Madryn are January, February, March, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.