Araí
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - Araí offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Araí wreck in Mar del Plata is a shallow dive, barely a metre deep, making it more of a snorkel or wade for most. This isn't a site for traditional diving, but it offers a unique look at a ship reclaimed by the shallows. We found small fish darting through the decaying timbers, a good spot for curious eyes keen on an accessible wreck exploration from the surface.
Typical Araí 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Araí
Araí Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Araí, 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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