LA CHINA
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - LA CHINA offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
La China, just off Mar del Plata, is a shallow wreck that just begs for a long bottom time. We love spending an entire dive just really getting to know this one. She's a motor vessel, not huge, but with enough character to keep you engaged. You’ll find her hull fairly intact, resting in just four metres of water, so even if you're newer to wreck diving, you can feel comfortable exploring her. The best part? This wreck is absolutely smothered in life. You'll glide over the deck, spotting crabs scuttling into crevices and anemones waving from every available surface. Schools of small fish dart in and out of the superstructure, using it as their personal apartment complex. Our favourite time to dive La China is late morning, when the sun is high and really punches through the water, illuminating the wreck and all its inhabitants. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who enjoys a slow, meditative exploration of a historical site. Just keep an eye out for fishing lines, a common hazard in these waters.
Typical LA CHINA 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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Argentina YMCA
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for LA CHINA
LA CHINA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for LA CHINA, 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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