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Get off the coast of Puerto Madryn for a private scuba trip to Punta Loma where playful South American sea lions and shallow, beginner-friendly dives meet dramatic Atlantic scenery. Ideal for first-time divers and wildlife-focused travelers.
Get off the coast of Puerto Madryn for a private scuba trip to Punta Loma where playful South American sea lions and shallow, beginner-friendly dives meet dramatic Atlantic scenery. Ideal for first-time divers and wildlife-focused travelers.
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Operated by Madryn Buceo · Puerto Madryn, Chubut
Salt spray prickles the skin as the boat slips from Puerto Madryn into Golfo Nuevo, the shoreline shrinking into scalloped cliffs. Ahead, the Punta Loma lobería waits: a low, rocky promontory where sea lions rule the shallows and the water invites you closer. Divers enter calm, blue-green water under a sky that often carries wind and light in equal measure.
moderate.
3 hours.
Moderate fitness—comfortable treading water and short surface swims; able to follow instructor directions.
No—operators offer a "Discover" module with a short theory and a shallow, supervised dive for non-certified guests.
Age limits vary by operator but typically require participants to be at least 10–12 years old for introductory dives; check when booking.
Interactions are natural and unrestricted, but guides enforce safe distances; curious sea lions may approach within a few meters of divers.
Trips are often canceled for safety; you can usually reschedule or receive a full refund if cancellation occurs 24+ hours before departure.
Puerto Madryn was established by Welsh settlers in the 1860s; the region later developed around fisheries and marine conservation.
The lobería is part of reserve protections—operators follow strict access rules to minimize disturbance; visitors should pack out all waste and avoid feeding wildlife.
Madryn Buceo operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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