Bajo Chalinao - Puerto Madryn
Bajo Chalinao sits in Puerto Madryn, a solid choice if you're exploring Argentina’s Atlantic coast. The site features a notable reef, offering a glimpse of the cooler water species that thrive here. We'd suggest it for divers looking to experience the region's specific underwater environment, rather than a tropical coral spectacle. Conditions can vary, so always check with local operators before heading out.
- Location
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina, South America
- Coordinates
- -42.916668, -73.416664
- Type
- reef
Nearby Dive Sites in Puerto Madryn
- Ardilla
- Arrecife Los Destecados (reef)
- Bajo Abreojo (reef)
- Bajo Aitui (reef)
- Bajo Blanco (reef)
- Bajo Blas (reef)
- Bajo Chagua (reef)
- Bajo Chaulinec (reef)
- Bajos de Lami (reef)
- Banco Alto del Perú (reef)
- Banco Chiguao (reef)
- El bosque submergido
- Isla Lepen - 5-20m (reef)
- Lago Falkner
- Lago Lacar Nonthue
Nearest Dive Centres to Bajo Chalinao
Marine Life in Puerto Madryn
Home to 3 recorded species including 2 reef fish, 1 clams & mussels.
Notable Species
- Inanga (Galaxias maculatus) - Reef Fish
- Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) - Reef Fish
- Blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) - Clams & Mussels