CUAL

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - CUAL 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 16m

The CUAL wreck off Mar del Plata is a solid dive, particularly if you’re keen on exploring a piece of history turned into an artificial reef. Sitting at 16 meters, it’s accessible to most divers and makes for a relaxed exploration. The merchant vessel itself is quite broken up, but its hull and superstructure still offer plenty of nooks and crannies to poke around. You'll find the metalwork draped in growth, and it’s become a home for various fish species, often with schools of silversides flickering around the darker sections. We've seen some decent-sized conger eels tucked into crevices, too. It’s a great spot for an afternoon dive if you’re in the area and fancy a proper wreck without any serious current challenges.

Typical CUAL 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.

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Pilar Buceo

42km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for CUAL

CUAL Ocean Conditions

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