Reina Mora - Mar del Plata

The Reina Mora is one of those shallow wrecks we just keep coming back to. Sitting upright in only six meters of water, it’s not the deepest dive you’ll ever do, but it’s packed with character. This old fishing trawler sank back in the 1970s, and over the decades, the ocean has really reclaimed it. We love dropping onto the bridge, still surprisingly intact, and poking around the wheelhouse. Light streams in through the gaps in the superstructure, illuminating schools of silversides that flicker and dart, making the whole wreck feel alive. Out on the deck, the holds are open, offering easy swim-throughs where you’re almost guaranteed to spot comb jellies pulsing gently, their iridescent fringes catching the light. Look closer, especially in the nooks and crannies of the machinery, and you’ll find plenty of small crabs scuttling about and anemones waving their tentacles. It’s a gentle dive, perfect for photographers wanting to practice ambient light shots or for anyone who enjoys the feeling of history under the waves. We’d suggest going on a calm day; even slight swells can stir up the sediment and drop visibility, making the experience less rewarding.

Location
Mar del Plata, Argentina, South America
Coordinates
-34.174210, -58.692066
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
6m

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 Reina Mora

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 Reina Mora

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