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First-Timers

Best Things to Do in Punta del Este for First-Time Visitors

By Visit Punta del Este11 min read
Lifeguard tower above the sandy shoreline at Playa Mansa in Punta del Este.

Punta del Este Beach Safety Guide

August 18, 2026

Use Punta del Este’s beaches with more confidence by choosing lifeguard-towered swimming areas, reading flags correctly, responding calmly to currents,…
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