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ALPINARSUB Escuela de Buceo

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ALPINARSUB Escuela de Buceo is a dive operation in Buenos Aires, Argentina, offering year-round diving access with documented marine species.

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updated 4 months ago
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Conditions

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Wind
6 kn
Wave
m
Water
14.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SW (25%)
Now: NE (53°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.96m

Next: Low at 08:00 (-0.39m)

+1.0 m0 m-0.9 m
▼ 08:00 · -0.39m ▲ 00:00 · +0.34m ▼ 09:00 · -0.2m ▲ 17:00 · +0.33m Now +0.3m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV4.35 · mod Air PM2.512 · good 06:49 18:47
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 6 4 0mm
09-19 5.2 7 0mm
09-20 12.4 6 16mm
09-21 16 7 1mm
09-22 8.7 6 0mm
09-23 6.5 6 0mm
09-24 6.5 7 0mm

About this spot

ALPINARSUB Escuela de Buceo operates as a dive instruction center in the Munro neighborhood of Greater Buenos Aires. The operation provides diving services with year-round availability, making it accessible to divers regardless of season. The dive site benefits from stable coral conditions with no bleaching stress reported, indicating healthy reef ecosystems in the area. The operation has logged 12 species observations, providing a foundation of marine life documentation for the region. This data helps divers understand the local biodiversity and what to expect underwater. The site is not within a marine protected area, which may simplify access logistics for visiting divers. Buenos Aires diving offers a unique freshwater and saltwater experience distinct from typical tropical destinations. The city's geography and surrounding waters create distinctive diving conditions. ALPINARSUB serves as a local hub for instruction and guided diving in the region. Divers visiting the greater Buenos Aires area can rely on established local expertise and year-round operational capacity. The facility operates as an educational center, suggesting structured training programs and professional guidance for all skill levels.

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/I · 220V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 11109km · ~2555kg · €46

FAQ

When is the best time to dive at ALPINARSUB?

ALPINARSUB operates year-round, so diving is available any time. Your choice depends on personal schedule rather than seasonal restrictions in the Buenos Aires region.

What marine life will I see?

The operation has documented 12 species in the area. Coral reefs show no bleaching stress, indicating healthy marine conditions. Contact the facility directly for a complete species list and seasonal variations.

Do I need permits or special authorization?

The dive site is not within a marine protected area, which typically simplifies access. Check directly with ALPINARSUB Escuela de Buceo for any local regulations or requirements specific to Buenos Aires diving.

What depth and difficulty level is this site?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings for ALPINARSUB are not publicly documented. Contact the facility to match your experience level with appropriate dive sites and training.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

ALPINARSUB Escuela de Buceo

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CEB Escuela de Buceo

6.9 km
Dive centre

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Verified marine species observations

3 records · 1 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Mirounga leonina

Mammalia · Phocidae
GBIF
Last seen:
2 Jan 2026
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Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

wind peaks Nov-Sep-Oct, calmest Jun-May-Apr, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

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