NICOLAS G - Mar del Plata

The Nicolas G isn't for everyone, but we love it for its sheer accessibility and surprising character. This wreck sits in just four metres of water, right off the coast near Mar del Plata, meaning you’re often diving it with the sound of the city a low hum overhead. It's a proper piece of history, a merchant ship that went down decades ago, now broken into several large sections. You'll find yourself finning through schools of silversides, darting in and out of the corroded hull plates. We’ve spent hours here, tracing the outline of what was once the deck, now a skeletal frame colonised by anemones and small crustaceans. Look closely and you’ll spot blennies tucked into crevices and gobies camouflaged against the rust. Our favourite part? The way the sunlight filters through the shallow water, illuminating the wreck in shifting patterns, giving it an almost ghostly presence. It's an easy dive, perfect for photographers wanting to practice wide-angle shots or anyone who enjoys the quiet intimacy of a shallow wreck. Just be mindful of local boat traffic if you're exploring on your own, and keep an eye on the weather – a calm day makes all the difference here.

Location
Mar del Plata, Argentina, South America
Coordinates
-34.551666, -58.151670
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
4m

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 NICOLAS G

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 NICOLAS G

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