

Best for advanced divers, 18-35m, boat entry, mild current.
Punta Este is a deep-water site located 2000 metres off the coast of Punta Loma. The topography features a combination of natural reef structures and artificial reef elements ranging from 18 to 35 metres in depth. This site is reserved for advanced divers due to the cold water temperatures, which fluctuate between 11 and 17 degrees Celsius, and the potential for shifting currents. Visibility varies from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers must remain vigilant for boat traffic during ascents. Drysuits or thick wetsuits are essential for thermal protection in these conditions.
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Cold water at depth will drain heat faster than expected, so dial in your thermal protection before you leave the surface, not after. Check current conditions with your operator on the day, as the site's hazard profile can shift depending on tidal timing.
Shore access is available, though some sites require boat transport.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
11-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include South American Sea Lions, Northern Elephant Seals, scorpionfish, pufferfish, sea stars, bream, crabs, shrimp, snails, sea squirts, European green crabs, and triplefins.
No, Punta Este is suited only to advanced divers comfortable with deep-water conditions, cold temperatures, and potential currents.
The site features a depth range of 18 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 35 metres.
Access to Punta Este is by boat only. Divers must maintain close proximity to their support vessel throughout the dive.
No, this is a deep-water site intended for scuba diving, with depths reaching up to 35 metres.
Diving at Punta Este in Puerto Madryn requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Punta Este in Puerto Madryn. Water temperatures range from 11°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Punta Este in Puerto Madryn are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Punta Este in Puerto Madryn typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Este in Puerto Madryn typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.