

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Isla Mary Ann is a reef and kelp forest site located within the Bridges Archipelago in the Beagle Channel. This site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres. Divers and snorkellers experience cold sub-Antarctic water conditions with visibility typically between 7 and 20 metres and mild currents. The site is known for its extensive kelp forests. Species recorded around this area include South American Sea Lions, Northern Elephant Seals, Long-nosed Fur Seals, King Crabs, sea stars, snails, and sea squirts. Night diving is permitted at this location, and the site is well-regarded for snorkelling.
-54.82850, -68.25420
It is best to book an organized dive if visiting for the first time due to unpredictable weather and high winds.
The island is accessible by boat from the city harbor of Ushuaia.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
7-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Species recorded around this area include South American Sea Lions, Northern Elephant Seals, Long-nosed Fur Seals, King Crabs, sea stars, snails, and sea squirts.
Yes, Isla Mary Ann is suitable for beginners.
The depth at Isla Mary Ann ranges from 5 to 18 metres.
A boat is required to access this site, which is located 20 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, this site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a high rating for snorkelling activities.
The primary hazards at this site are cold water temperatures and surf.
Isla Mary Ann in Ushuaia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Isla Mary Ann in Ushuaia typically ranges from 7 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.