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El Acuario de Santa Maria

Antofagasta, Chile
Depth
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131ft
Visibility
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33ft - 98ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Experienced

About El Acuario de Santa Maria

Located just to the north of Antofagasta is Isla Santa Maria where this dive is located. The dive site can be reached by 15 minutes boat ride, the site consists of a wall with some splendid marine growth including plenty of colourful sponges.

El Acuario de Santa Maria Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Wall
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:40m
Visibility Range:10m - 30m
Experience Level:Experienced
Best Gas:21% - 28% O2

Marine Life

  • Sea Lions
  • Fish

Weather Conditions

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Dive Site Hazards

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