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Diving in Argentina

Diving with playful sea lions in Patagonia, kelp forests near Ushuaia, and the wild landscapes of the far south.

42.8° S · 65.0° W

Water
10–18 °C
Visibility
5–15 m
Best months
Dec – Mar
Level
OW + drysuit
Suit
7 mm / drysuit
Above water

Argentina: culture & experiences

Argentina is a country of big distances and big experiences: tango in Buenos Aires, Malbec in Mendoza, the Iguazú Falls and the glaciers of Patagonia.

We combine cold-water diving at Puerto Madryn with Península Valdés wildlife, Perito Moreno glacier, an estancia stay and a classic asado.

Off the beaten track

  • Península Valdés wildlife and whale watching (Jun – Dec)
  • Perito Moreno glacier
  • Tango and food in Buenos Aires
  • Wine country in Mendoza
Below water

Best-known dive spots

Punta Loma, Puerto Madryn

A sea lion colony where curious young sea lions play with divers in shallow water.

Puerto Madryn wrecks & reefs

Artificial reefs, wrecks and kelp with octopus and local fish.

Ushuaia & the Beagle Channel

Kelp forests, king crabs and sea lions at the end of the world, in drysuit.

Península Valdés

Southern right whales from June to December, seen from boats and the shore.

Seasons

Marine life & encounters by season

Conditions and sightings vary year to year. We plan each trip around the best window for what you want to see.

  • Dec – MarSouthern summer: sea lion diving at its best and warmest water.
  • Jun – DecSouthern right whales in Golfo Nuevo (watching from boats).
  • Oct – MarPenguin colonies at Punta Tombo.
  • Apr – SepCold water; diving possible with a drysuit, fewer visitors.

A drysuit is recommended; we can arrange a drysuit course before the trip.

Plan your dive trip to Argentina

Tell us your dates, group and level, and we’ll design a trip combining the best diving in Argentina with local culture and experiences.

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