Tabaré II

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - Tabaré II 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 5m

The Tabaré II, a coaster vessel, went down in 1971 after catching fire while under tow. Now she sits upright in a shallow 5 metres of water, making her a perfect spot for new divers or anyone wanting a relaxed, long bottom time. We love poking around her exposed deck, the superstructure showing clearly, and imagining the drama that sent her to the seabed. Though the story behind her sinking is a bit murky, the life around her certainly isn't. Expect to find plenty of crabs scuttling over her metal plates, various schooling fish darting in and out of her hold, and anemones clinging to every available surface. It’s a proper historical dive without any of the deep-water pressure.

Typical Tabaré II 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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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tabaré II

Tabaré II Ocean Conditions

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