LESBURY
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - LESBURY offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Lesbury wreck, just off Mar del Plata, is a real favourite of ours. It sits in a shallow six metres, making it approachable for almost any diver, and we love how the light plays on the structure on a sunny day. This old cargo ship, sunk in 1937 after a collision, is now a fantastic artificial reef. You'll find the main bulk of the hull pretty broken up, but there are still plenty of ribs and plates to explore. We always enjoy seeing the way the kelp wraps itself around the twisted metal, swaying gently with the surge. Keep an eye out for Patagonian blennies darting into crevices and the occasional Patagonian hake sheltering in the darker spots. It's not a deep dive, but the history and the way the sea has reclaimed it makes it genuinely compelling. Go on a calm morning; the visibility really improves, letting you properly soak in the wreck's character.
Typical LESBURY 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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BUCEO YAMANA
Argentina YMCA
CENTRO BUCEO SUR
La Casa del Buceador
Mermaid Paradise and Freediving
TOURNIER DIVERS
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for LESBURY
LESBURY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for LESBURY, 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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