El carpincho
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - El carpincho offers some of Mar del Plata's richest diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
El Carpincho offers a straightforward shore dive near Mar del Plata. You’ll find a mix of rock formations and sandy patches, often with small crabs scuttling about and a few local fish species. It’s a good spot for a relaxed exploratory dive, especially for those looking to get wet without needing a boat trip. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, it’s a pleasant local option.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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TOURNIER DIVERS
Escuela de Buceo Cañuelas
AM DIVE
BUCEO YAMANA
Mermaid World
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El carpincho
El carpincho Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El carpincho, 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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