

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Playa Larga is a shore-entry snorkel site located in the Beagle Channel near Ushuaia. The site features a rocky beach and offshore kelp forests. Snorkelling here is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average depth of 3 metres. Conditions are variable, with visibility typically between 7 and 20 metres and mild currents. Due to water temperatures ranging from 2 to 10 degrees Celsius, drysuits are essential for all water activities. Hazards include cold water and surf. Typical snorkel sessions last approximately 40 minutes. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets.
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If cenote diving is unavailable, head to reef snorkeling at Punta Perdiz for calm water and vibrant coral.
Walk or bike 1 mile inland from Playa Larga center along the main highway, then follow signs to the cenote dive sites.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
7-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though the cold water requires appropriate thermal protection.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Playa Larga is a shore-entry site.
Yes, the site is used for snorkeling, with a rating of 2 out of 5.
Visibility typically ranges from 7 to 20 metres with mild currents. Water temperatures are cold, ranging from 2 to 10 degrees Celsius, making drysuits essential.
Diving at Playa Larga in Ushuaia requires the following certifications: Open-Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Playa Larga in Ushuaia are April, May, June, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.