

Best for intermediate divers, 25-27m, boat entry, moderate current.
Isla Redonda in the Bridges Islands offers a varied underwater environment featuring a reef, a kelp forest, and a wall. Divers can explore depths between 25 and 27 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the navigation requirements of the kelp forest. Visibility is variable, ranging from 7 to 30 metres. Water temperatures are cold, fluctuating between 2 and 4°C in winter and 8 and 10°C in summer. Drysuits are essential for all dives at this location.
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Water temperatures here are genuinely cold year-round, so a drysuit or a thick wetsuit with hood and gloves is not optional. Check current conditions with the dive shop before heading out, as the moderate baseline can strengthen quickly around the island.
Accessible by boat from Bahia Ensenada.
Recorded at this site
Depth
25-27m
Visibility
7-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
25 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the navigation complexity of the kelp forest.
The site reaches depths of 25 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Divers should be prepared for cold water, deep sections, strong currents, and potential surf.
Due to water temperatures ranging from 2 to 10°C, drysuits are essential for diving at this site.
Diving at Isla Redonda in Ushuaia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Expect moderate currents at Isla Redonda in Ushuaia. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Isla Redonda in Ushuaia typically ranges from 7 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.