ANGLO 22
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - ANGLO 22 offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Anglo 22 isn't your typical wreck dive, and that's precisely why we love it. Forget deep blue darkness; this site sits in a mere four metres of water, just off the coast of Mar del Plata. It’s the perfect spot for a long, shallow bottom time, letting you really soak in the details of this old lighter vessel. Despite the shallow depth, the Anglo 22 has a surprising amount of character. You can still make out the hull plates and structural ribs, heavily encrusted with mussels and anemones, which act as a magnet for smaller fish. We've spent hours here, just tracing the outline of the wreck, watching schools of silversides dart between the barnacle-covered beams. It’s a completely different vibe than a deep offshore wreck – bright, accessible, and full of life that thrives in the sunlit shallows. On a calm day, the visibility can be surprisingly good, making the entire wreck pop. It’s a fantastic site for newer divers looking for their first real wreck experience, or for photographers wanting to experiment with natural light on a historical structure. Bring a good torch to peer into the shadowed nooks; you'd be surprised what you might spot tucked away.
Typical ANGLO 22 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.
ANGLO 22 Wreck History
Vessel Type
barge
Cause
unknown
Resting in the shallows off Mar del Plata, the ANGLO 22 is a dive into simple, accessible history. As a lighter vessel, this flat-bottomed barge would have been a workhorse of the port, shuttling cargo between the shore and larger ships moored further out. The cause and date of its sinking are lost to time, but its designation as a 'Dangerous Wreck' speaks to its position just 4 meters from the surface, posing a hazard to navigation. For divers, this means an easy, sunlit exploration. While not a dramatic wreck, the ANGLO 22 offers a great opportunity for new divers to experience their first wreck, or for photographers to practice their craft in excellent light. Expect to find a simple structure, now home to a variety of local marine life taking shelter in its remains.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ANGLO 22
ANGLO 22 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ANGLO 22, 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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