Best for beginner divers, 4-8m, shore entry.
Cantera Ferrando is a shore-accessible dive site located in the River Plate Basin of Uruguay. The site offers a shallow profile with depths ranging between 4 and 8 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Visibility is typically around 5 metres, requiring divers to stay close to the underwater features to observe them. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 13 degrees Celsius in winter to 26 degrees Celsius in summer. Divers should arrive self-sufficient as there are no confirmed facilities on site. Due to the variable conditions, it is recommended to monitor local reports before planning a dive.
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Bring a wetsuit appropriate for the season, as the 13-degree winter temperatures demand a thick suit while summer visits are comfortable in a thinner layer. Facilities are not confirmed on site, so arrive self-sufficient with water, surface marker, and any spare kit you might need.
located about three kilometres from the historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento, accessible via a gate and a path to the southeast of the quarry
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-8m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-26°C
Current
None
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth range of 4 to 8 metres.
The site features depths between 4 and 8 metres.
Cantera Ferrando is a shore dive, meaning no boat is required to access the site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depths of 4 to 8 metres may allow for snorkelling depending on individual comfort and surface conditions.
Water temperatures range from 13 degrees Celsius in the winter months to 26 degrees Celsius in the summer.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cantera Ferrando in Colonia del Sacramento. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 26°C.
