Puertito de Don Anselmo Suggest edit

Uruguay Suggest · Maldonado Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

20Max dive depth

20.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

MildSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to MarchBest months

20.0–25.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Puertito de Don Anselmo is a scenic dive site located in the Maldonado region of Uruguay, known for its diverse marine life and rocky underwater topography. The site features a mix of rocky outcrops and sandy bottoms, providing a habitat for various species.

Diving at Puertito de Don Anselmo offers opportunities to explore underwater rock formations and observe local marine fauna. Divers may encounter schools of fish, crustaceans, and possibly larger species depending on the season.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–25.0 °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:
rock sand reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting during mid-morning, use wide-angle lens for rock formations.

Location

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