Cantera El carpincho Suggest edit

Argentina Suggest · Buenos Aires Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

15Max dive depth

15.0 mSite max depth

3.0–10.0 mVisibility

NoneCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to MarchBest months

22.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Cantera El Carpincho is a unique dive site located in Buenos Aires, Las Pampas, known for its freshwater diving experience. The site features a former quarry that has filled with water, creating an interesting underwater landscape with various depths and visibility conditions.

Divers can explore submerged structures and natural formations within the quarry. The site offers opportunities to observe local freshwater species and unique geological features.

Conditions

Visibility: 3.0–10.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: None Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 22.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock vegetation Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use wide-angle lens for underwater landscapes, macro for small species.

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