Banco Chiguao - Puerto Madryn
Banco Chiguao is one of the more talked-about sites in Puerto Madryn, though it's less a coral reef and more a series of rock formations covered in colorful anemones and sponges. You’ll usually find sea lions curious about divers here, often coming in close for a look. It’s a good spot for a relaxed dive, usually with moderate currents, suiting newer divers or those looking for a laid-back experience. Visibility can be a bit variable, depending on the season and recent weather.
- Location
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina, South America
- Coordinates
- -43.166668, -73.483330
- 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 Chalinao (reef)
- Bajo Chaulinec (reef)
- Bajos de Lami (reef)
- Banco Alto del Perú (reef)
- El bosque submergido
- Isla Lepen - 5-20m (reef)
- Lago Falkner
- Lago Lacar Nonthue
Nearest Dive Centres to Banco Chiguao
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