252-C - Mar del Plata

The 252-C wreck sits in the shallow waters off Mar del Plata, a surprisingly accessible dive for anyone keen on exploring a piece of local history. At just 5 metres deep, it’s a perfect spot for new divers or those looking for an easy second dive, without needing to worry about complex profiles. We’ve found the remains here are well-colonised, with various local fish species darting in and out of the exposed hull sections. You can spend a good chunk of time just finning around, peering into nooks and crannies to see what’s made a home there. It’s not a deep blue odyssey, but for a wreck so close to shore, it offers a genuinely engaging peek into the underwater world.

Location
Mar del Plata, Argentina, South America
Coordinates
-33.933895, -58.984180
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Best Time to Dive in Mar del Plata

The warmest water temperatures in Mar del Plata occur in January, averaging 26.7°C. The coolest conditions are in July at 11.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 26.7°C
  • February: 25.8°C
  • March: 24.1°C
  • April: 20.3°C
  • May: 16.3°C
  • June: 13.0°C
  • July: 11.0°C
  • August: 12.2°C
  • September: 14.8°C
  • October: 18.2°C
  • November: 22.3°C
  • December: 24.8°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Mar del Plata

Nearest Dive Centres to 252-C

Marine Life in Mar del Plata

Home to 33 recorded species including 19 reef fish, 7 sharks & rays, 3 whales & dolphins, 2 other, 1 crabs & lobsters, 1 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for 252-C

Based on average water temperature of 19.1°C, currents 3 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 19°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories