SHINA

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - SHINA 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 1m

The Shina, a fishing vessel that ran aground in a storm back in '89, sits right on the shoreline near Mar del Plata. What makes this wreck interesting isn't its depth – it's barely submerged, often breaking the surface – but its accessibility and transformation. We've seen it change over the years; barnacles, mussels, and various crabs have made a home in its exposed ribs and the deeper sections of the hull. It's a great spot for snorkelers or very shallow freediving, perfect for getting up close to the wreck structure and the small, hardy critters that cling to it, without needing any serious gear. Think of it more as a very natural, open-air aquarium built around a piece of maritime history.

Typical SHINA 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.

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Montevideo Diving

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SHINA

SHINA Ocean Conditions

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