Don Isidoro
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - Don Isidoro offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
Okay, look, Don Isidoro isn't going to break any depth records. At a maximum of two metres, this is more of a snorkel or a free-dive, but for what it is, we absolutely love it. The wreck sits right there, easy to spot, a ghostly, half-submerged reminder of its past life. We usually visit at high tide, when there’s just enough water to really get a feel for the bow and stern sections, which remain surprisingly intact. What you'll find here is a genuine slice of maritime history, not some purpose-sunk artificial reef. It’s been down there long enough for small shoals of silversides to call it home, darting in and out of the rusted plating. We’ve seen quite a few crabs scuttling across the seabed next to the hull, and the occasional juvenile grouper poking its head out from under a plate. It’s perfect for families, or anyone who wants a relaxed dip with a bit of a story behind it. Honestly, it’s our favourite kind of shallow exploration, simple and utterly charming.
Typical Don Isidoro 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to Don Isidoro
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Pilar Buceo
Diving Center - Centro Integral de Buceo
Aquabaires Buceo
CEB Escuela de Buceo
ACUATIKOS
Baires Buceo
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Don Isidoro
Don Isidoro Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Don Isidoro, 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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