GRUA D.H.2

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - GRUA D.H.2 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 7m

The GRUA D.H.2, just off Mar del Plata, is a cracker of a shallow wreck. At only seven metres, it’s a site we always swing by when we’re in the area, perfect for a relaxed dive after a longer one or even for a longer safety stop. What you’re diving is the remains of an old floating crane, sunk back in the 1960s after a storm ripped through the harbour. It’s surprisingly intact for its age and depth. We love swimming through the old engine room, where light filters in through the top, illuminating schools of silversides that dart and weave. Our favourite part is navigating the structure of the crane arm itself, a skeletal frame now completely encrusted with mussels and anemones. Look closely, and you’ll spot nudibranchs grazing the hydroids. Visibility here can be a bit changeable, especially after heavy rains, so we always try to hit it on a calm morning. The sheer amount of fish life, mostly smaller blennies and gobies tucked into every nook, makes it a consistently engaging dive. It’s a site that rewards slow exploration.

Typical GRUA D.H.2 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 GRUA D.H.2

GRUA D.H.2 Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for GRUA D.H.2, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-38.05, -57.5) (0km away)