MACA
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - MACA offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
MACA, just off Mar del Plata, sits in barely a metre of water, making it more of a snorkel or wade than a dive. It's a proper wreck, though, with rusted metal and exposed beams. You'll find crabs scuttling over the structure and small fish darting in and out. It’s ideal if you’re looking for a quick, accessible splash-around and a glimpse of a true shipwreck without needing any gear beyond a mask.
Typical MACA 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to MACA
Dive shops near MACA
CEB Escuela de Buceo
Aquabaires Buceo
IN ACQUA BUCEO
Diving Center - Centro Integral de Buceo
Baires Buceo
OKI-PIOKI DIVERS
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MACA
MACA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MACA, 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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