

Best for beginner divers, 12-20m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Parque Natural las Piedras is a reef site located 600 metres offshore from El Doradillo. Divers can access the site via boat or shore, encountering depths between 12 and 20 metres. Conditions feature mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The water temperature is cold, fluctuating between 11 and 18 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating the use of thick wetsuits or drysuits. The site is suitable for beginner divers, and local facilities provide air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours to assist with navigation of the reef layout.
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Pack or rent a thick wetsuit of at least 7mm, or consider a drysuit, as the water temperature drops to 11 degrees Celsius in the colder months. Guided tours are available on site and are worth booking if you are unfamiliar with the area, since a local guide will help you get the most from the reef layout.
The reef lies a 15-minute boat ride from Puerto Madryn harbour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
11-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Jun
The site features depths ranging from 12 to 20 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, though cold water conditions require appropriate thermal protection.
Access is available via both shore and boat entries.
The primary hazard is the cold water temperature, which can drop to 11 degrees Celsius. Divers should also remain alert for sharks and jellyfish.
Due to cold water temperatures, thick wetsuits of at least 7mm or drysuits are recommended. In winter months, drysuits are considered mandatory.
Diving at Parque Natural las Piedras in Puerto Madryn requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Parque Natural las Piedras in Puerto Madryn. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Parque Natural las Piedras in Puerto Madryn. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Parque Natural las Piedras in Puerto Madryn are January, February, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.