IMBAR - Mar del Plata

The IMBAR wreck in Mar del Plata is a shallow, straightforward dive, sitting at just two metres. It’s a good spot for a quick dip, especially if you’re looking to get wet without much fuss. The old motor vessel has settled nicely, attracting an interesting collection of local crabs and the occasional small fish darting in and out of its structure. We like it for its accessibility and the way the light filters through the shallow water, highlighting the wreck’s contours. It’s certainly not a deep blue adventure, but it offers a pleasant, easy exploration for divers who enjoy poking around a well-established wreck.

Location
Mar del Plata, Argentina, South America
Coordinates
-34.621666, -58.323334
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
2m

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 IMBAR

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 IMBAR

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