Yara

Best months: Jan–Mar

Why dive here

With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - Yara 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 10m

The Yara wreck sits shallow at 10 meters, making it an accessible dive in Mar del Plata. It’s a broken-up fishing vessel, not a pristine ship, but the scattered pieces provide plenty of nooks and crannies for exploration. We’ve found conger eels tucked into the collapsed sections and spider crabs scuttling across the metal plates. It’s a good spot for newer wreck divers to get a feel for penetration in open sections, or for anyone looking for a shorter dive with some resident critters.

Typical Yara 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 Yara

Yara Ocean Conditions

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