SAO LOUIS

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - SAO LOUIS offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.

Best timeJan–Mar

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeSperm Whales · 33+ species recorded

Water10-21°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterWreck dive · max 15m

The *Sao Louis* wreck off Mar del Plata sits at a comfortable 15 meters, making it a solid choice for newer wreck divers or those looking for a relaxed dive. We’ve found her to be quite broken up, but you can still trace out the hull and some of the superstructure, which now provide plenty of nooks and crannies for fish. Expect to see lots of snapper and grouper sheltering in the steelwork, along with the occasional crab scuttling past. It’s not a huge penetration dive, but exploring the different sections of the debris field is still a good way to spend an hour underwater.

Typical SAO LOUIS 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.

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SAO LOUIS

SAO LOUIS Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for SAO LOUIS, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-38.05, -57.5) (0km away)