

Best for beginner divers, 2-9m, boat entry, mild current.
Parque las Piedras is a natural reef site located 600 metres off the coast of El Doradillo. The topography consists of a rocky and sandy seabed featuring long underwater ridges known as restingas. Divers can expect depths ranging from 2 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, with mild currents and visibility typically between 5 and 15 metres. Access to this site requires a boat. Water temperatures in this Patagonian location are cool, fluctuating between 11C and 19C throughout the year.
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Position yourself downcurrent of kelp forests during coconut octopus searches as they hunt along debris lines created by water movement.
The reef lies a 15-minute boat ride from the coast of Puerto Madryn harbour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 9m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
11-19°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Jun
Yes, the site is considered ideal for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 5 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 2 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Access to Parque las Piedras is by boat only, as the site is situated 600 metres from the coast.
While the site is used for diving, its shallow average depth of 5 metres makes it potentially accessible for snorkelling depending on local operator services.
Diving at Parque las Piedras 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 Parque las Piedras in Puerto Madryn. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Parque las Piedras in Puerto Madryn are January, February, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Parque las Piedras in Puerto Madryn typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Parque las Piedras in Puerto Madryn typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.