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Punta Loma

Puerto Madryn, Chubut, Argentina

A shallow guided dive near the Punta Loma sea-lion colony, typically around 6 m and operated under local wildlife and protected-area rules.

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WaterMarine
AccessLicensed guided boat excursion only
ExperienceBeginner with an authorized instructor; certified divers welcome
Maximum depthApproximately 6 m / 20 ft for the cited operator experience
Best seasonOperator and wildlife-management dependent; confirm current availability
VisibilityVariable coastal visibility

Aquatic life at this dive site

What divers may encounter

Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Aquatic life research in progress

NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.

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Photographs

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Dive videos

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Published reference location

Location map

The marker shows the public coordinates associated with this profile. Confirm current access, moorings, and departure details before the dive.
Published reference coordinates-42.81680, -64.89150
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Recent field observations

Diver-reported temperatures

Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.
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A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.

Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.

Diver field observation

Report temperatures

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Depth readings

Why divers know this place

Highlights

Sea-lion habitat and shallow rocky reef.

Before you arrive

Access notes

Wildlife interaction is never guaranteed. Follow guide distances and protected-area rules; do not touch, feed, chase or block animals. Approximate area-center coordinate for display only; not an entry point, descent point, mooring, wreck position, reef waypoint, park boundary, or navigation aid. Obtain current coordinates and briefing from the authorized local operator.

Plan within your training

Conditions and hazards

Cold, wildlife behavior, surge/current, boat traffic and remote shoreline.

At the site

Facilities and support

Boat, guide and dive equipment through licensed Puerto Madryn operators.

Independent resource notice

This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.