ANIBAL ALBERTO

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - ANIBAL ALBERTO offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.

Best timeJan–Mar

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeSperm Whales · 33+ species recorded

Water10-21°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterWreck dive · max 3m

The Anibal Alberto sits shallow, only 3m deep, which makes it perfect for a relaxed dive, even if you’re just starting out. We love it for its accessibility and the sheer amount of life that calls this old dredger home. She’s classified as a dangerous wreck, mostly because she’s broken up quite a bit over the years, but that’s precisely what makes her so interesting to explore. What you get here is a proper wreck dive without the depth or deco stress. You’ll find schools of silversides swirling through the superstructure, and if you look closely, plenty of nudibranchs clinging to the metal. Octopus often hide in the darker crevices, and the kelp growing on parts of the wreck sways gently with the surge. It’s a fantastic spot for photographers looking to practice wreck shots in good light, or anyone who just wants to spend an hour poking around a piece of history. We’d suggest going at high tide; the visibility often improves then.

Typical ANIBAL ALBERTO 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.

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ANIBAL ALBERTO Wreck History

Year Sunk

1993

Vessel Type

dredger

Cause

storm

The ANIBAL ALBERTO was a hard-working dredger, tasked with maintaining the channels of Argentina's busy Mar del Plata port. Its career came to an abrupt end on October 27, 1993, when a violent 'suestada' storm battered the coast. Anchored just outside the port, the vessel was overwhelmed by the ferocious winds and waves, sinking and settling on the seabed. Today, it is one of the most accessible wrecks imaginable, lying in just 3 meters of water. This extreme shallow depth makes it a unique site, perfect for trainee divers, snorkelers, and photographers looking for a long dive with ample natural light. While its official 'dangerous wreck' classification warns surface traffic of its presence, for divers it offers a fascinating and easy exploration of a vessel defeated by the power of the sea.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ANIBAL ALBERTO

ANIBAL ALBERTO Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for ANIBAL ALBERTO, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-38.05, -57.5) (0km away)