BAITTI - Mar del Plata

BAITTI isn't deep, but it’s packed with history and surprisingly good diving for Mar del Plata. We love how accessible it is, sitting just a stone's throw from the shore at a uniform 5m. This makes it a fantastic second dive or a relaxed afternoon exploring the bones of the old fishing trawler. The wreck itself is well-broken, scattered across the seafloor, but you can still make out the ribs of the hull and sections of its deck. It's a real joy to poke around the metal plates, watching the light play through the gaps. On a good day, with a bit of sun, the visibility pushes past 10 metres, and the place just lights up. Our favourite part? The sheer number of crabs and small fish that have made it home. We’ve seen octopuses tucked into crevices, nudibranchs crawling along the rusty beams, and schools of silversides shimmering around the remaining structure. It’s not a deep blue experience, but it’s a charming look at history and the resilience of marine life.

Location
Mar del Plata, Argentina, South America
Coordinates
-34.825832, -56.513668
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Wreck History - BAITTI

Vessel Type
unknown
Cause
unknown

The history of the vessel known as the 'BAITTI' is shrouded in mystery, with little known about its origins or how it met its end off the coast of Mar del Plata. Lying in just 5 meters of water, this wreck is classified as a navigational hazard, suggesting it is broken up and lies close to the surface. For divers, the 'BAITTI' offers an accessible but intriguing shallow dive. Its proximity to the coast and minimal depth make it an excellent site for novice divers, training dives, or a relaxed second dip of the day. While its structure may be scattered, the wreckage provides a habitat for local marine life, offering a glimpse into how the ocean reclaims man-made objects.

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 BAITTI

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 BAITTI

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