WICO

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - WICO 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 7m

The WICO wreck in Mar del Plata sits at a shallow 7m, making it an accessible dive for many. What you’ll find is the skeletal remains of a fishing vessel, now a haven for local critters – think crab scuttling across the deck and small schooling fish darting in and out of the corroded hull. It’s a site best suited for newer wreck divers looking to get a feel for penetration in a relatively safe, shallow environment, or those keen on an easy photo op.

Typical WICO 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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Nearest Dive Centres to WICO

Dive shops near WICO

Montevideo Diving

30km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for WICO

WICO Ocean Conditions

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