Swift
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - Swift offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Swift wreck, sitting in Mar del Plata’s shallow waters, is a solid little dive for when you're in the area. It’s right there, a quick trip out, and it makes for an easy 4m dive. We’ve found the stern section is the most intact part, still recognisable as a ship, with plates and beams forming cozy overhangs. Look closely and you’ll spot a surprising amount of life hunkering down: small crabs picking their way across the metal, schools of silversides darting in and out, and sometimes a grumpy scorpionfish camouflaged on a barnacled surface. It’s not a deep, dramatic wreck, but for new divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration, the Swift hits the spot.
Typical Swift 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to Swift
Dive shops near Swift
Pilar Buceo
Diving Center - Centro Integral de Buceo
Aquabaires Buceo
CEB Escuela de Buceo
ACUATIKOS
Baires Buceo
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Swift
Swift Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Swift, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-38.05, -57.5) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
56°F · Range: 11.1–16.9°C
Current Speed
2.83 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Salinity
0 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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