Playa Mansa, Punta del Este Suggest edit

Uruguay Suggest · Maldonado Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

December to MarchBest months

20.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Playa Mansa is a popular beach located in Punta del Este, Maldonado, Uruguay. It is known for its calm waters and beautiful scenery, making it a favored spot for both leisure and diving activities.

Diving at Playa Mansa offers opportunities to explore the coastal marine life in relatively shallow waters. The site features sandy bottoms and occasional rocky formations, with a variety of fish species and other marine organisms.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–24.0 °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 Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Capture marine life during the day for better lighting; consider wide-angle shots for scenic views.

Location

Underwater Moments at Playa Mansa, Punta del Este

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