

Best for beginner divers, 16-23m, boat entry, mild current.
Sea Lions Island in the Beagle Channel offers a unique sub-Antarctic diving experience featuring a combination of reef and kelp forest topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 16 to 23 metres, though the site reaches 32 metres in some areas. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 7 and 20 metres. Water temperatures are consistently cold, typically between 7 and 9°C, making drysuits essential for all dives. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for night diving. Divers should remain vigilant regarding potential entanglement in kelp structures and monitor depth closely throughout the dive.
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Jellyfish and sharks are recorded hazards here, so stay alert and keep a close eye on your surroundings, particularly during entries and exits off the boat. Check locally for up-to-date facility and operator information before your trip.
Departures are from the Touristic Pier of Ushuaia.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-23m
Visibility
7-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site typically ranges from 16 to 23 metres, though it can reach depths of 32 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for Open Water certified divers, though the cold water conditions require appropriate thermal protection.
Access to Sea Lions Island is by boat only.
Water temperatures are consistently cold, ranging from 7 to 9°C year-round.
Divers should watch for entanglement risks in kelp structures, monitor depth carefully, and be aware of jellyfish and sharks in the area.
Diving at Sea lions island in Ushuaia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Sea lions island in Ushuaia are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.