Ambai
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - Ambai offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Ambai wreck, sitting at 15 metres off Mar del Plata, offers a stark, somewhat dangerous dive. What remains of the cargo ship is largely broken up, but you can still pick out the hull sections and machinery. It’s been down there long enough for some decent growth, attracting hake, conger eels, and occasional octopuses. This site is best for experienced wreck divers comfortable with limited penetration into unstable structures and who appreciate the raw history of a sunken vessel over pristine reefs.
Typical Ambai Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Ambai
Dive shops near Ambai
CEB Escuela de Buceo
Aquabaires Buceo
Diving Center - Centro Integral de Buceo
IN ACQUA BUCEO
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ambai
Ambai Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ambai, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-38.05, -57.5) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
56°F · Range: 11.1–16.9°C
Current Speed
2.83 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Salinity
0 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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