Punta del Este Scuba Diving Travel Guide

Other Guides for Punta del Este

Travel Guides Near Punta del Este

South America Scuba Diving Countries

Beach Travel Destinations

Seals on the coast of Isla de Lobos, Punta del Este, Uruguay (Domino/Getty)

Submit a travel tip about Punta del Este.
Read Our House Rules

Punta del Este Scuba Diving Travel Tips

By Michael T. Luongo

Gorritti Island, visible off the coast of Punta del Este, is one of the best places for scuba diving. The water can be murky at times, so make sure to ask about conditions.
Isla de Lobos, located about eight miles off of the coast, is another favorite spot for scuba diving. It is the site of a reserve for sea lions known as lobos marinos, or sea wolves, in some Spanish-speaking countries.
Punta Divers, located at Parada 1, near the bus terminal downtown, is the main place for scuba lessons, excursions, and equipment rentals in Punta del Este.

Beach Overview: Punta del Este, Uruguay

By Michael T. Luongo

Punta del Este has reigned as one of South America's most glamorous beach destinations for the past several decades. The most important movie, television, and fashion celebrities of Buenos Aires descend on the city, particularly during the short period between Christmas and the middle of January, creating an intense, vibrant scene, known as the temporada (season). Most beachgoers in Uruguay are from neighboring Argentina, but the city Punta del Este has recently been discovered by American and European tourists. December through February is generally the high season, while November, March, and April make up the shoulder season, when costs drop significantly. Read More

Ask a Question

Do you have a travel question about this destination or can you provide a tip to a fellow traveler?

Join the discussion with Away.com's in-house experts in our travel Q&A.

Hotels

CHECK PRICES on Awa boutique + design Hotel

Check-in

Check-In Date

Check-Out

Check-Out Date

Rooms

Guests

Find Rates

To maximize your comparison, please turn off your pop-up blocker and refresh this page.

Find Rates

Awa boutique + design Hotel

Av. Pedragosa Sierra y San Ciro.
Punta del Este 20100 Map

Distance: 0.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class:

View More Photos

Good For Scuba Diving

Expert Rated & Recommended

The Conrad Punta del Este Resort & Casino

Parada 4 on Rambla Claudio Williman
Punta del Este 20100 Map

Distance: 1.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated

Good For Scuba Diving

Expert Rated & Recommended

Hostel Manantiales

Ruta 10 Km.164
Punta del Este Map

Distance: 8.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated

Good For Scuba Diving

Expert Rated & Recommended

All Punta del Este Hotels »

Punta del Este, Uruguay Hotel Prices Made Easy
Orbitz.com - Just Orbitz and go!
Hotel Deals in Punta del Este, Uruguay
Expedia.com - Don't just travel. Travel right!
Save Big on all Punta del Este, Uruguay Hotels!
Travelocity.com - Book now with Travelocity.
Book Now with Cheap Tickets and Save on Punta del Este, Uruguay Hotels!
CheapTickets.com - Just click. You're there.
Find the best rates for hotels in Punta del Este, Uruguay
Kayak.com - Life's a trip.
Find the best rates for hotels in Punta del Este, Uruguay
Sidestep.com - Life's a trip.

Attractions

Gorriti Island

Good For Scuba Diving

Off the shore of the Rio de la Plata side of the city
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: An island off the shore of the Rio de la Plata side of the city, known for scuba diving.... Read More

Expert Rated & Recommended

Isla de Lobos

Good For Scuba Diving

8 miles off the coast of Punta del Este
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: An island with a colony of sea lions, known in Spanish as Lobos Marinos, or sea wolves.... Read More

Expert Rated & Recommended

Mansa Beach

Good For Scuba Diving

Just off downtown Punta del Este, on the Rio de la Plata
Rambla Claudio Williman
Punta del Este, Uruguay

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: calm river beach just off downtown Punta del Este, on the Rio de la Plata.... Read More

Expert Rated & Recommended

All Punta del Este Attractions »

Airports

Major Airports near Punta del Este


We're sorry, we do not show any major airports within close proximity to this city.

Other Smaller Airports near Punta del Este

	Distance (mi.)
Montevideo Carrasco Airport	68.3 map
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport	210.2 map

Punta del Este Vacation Rentals

from: $428

PuntaDelEste-penisula-villa-sunsetViews-decks-Pool

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Sleeps: 9

Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Garage, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Iron, Laundry, Microwave, Oven, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Screened porch, Smoking OK, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Towels

from: $964