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Malvinas II

Malvinas II sits in the relatively shallow waters just off Mar del Plata, a stern reminder of the Falklands War. We love this site for its accessibility and the immediate sense of history you get as you descend. At just 7 meters, it’s a perfect wreck dive for those looking to explore without deep decompression limits. The wreck itself is a former fishing trawler, sunk deliberately to create an artificial reef. It’s pretty broken up in places, but you can still make out the superstructure and parts of the hull, especially the bow. What really makes Malvinas II for us is the way marine life has absolutely taken over. You’ll find schools of hake darting through the rusted metal, conger eels peeking out from crevices, and the whole structure is draped in an orangey-red growth of anemones and sponges. Visibility can be a bit variable here, so we always suggest diving on a calm day, ideally after a few days without strong winds. Look for the small octopuses that often hide amongst the wreckage – our favourite find here. It's a dive that offers a quiet moment of reflection, paired with plenty of invertebrate action.