Naufrágio Buenos Aires (Wreck)

About this dive site

This dive site, the Naufrágio Buenos Aires, is a wreck dive located off the coast of Brazil. The Buenos Aires Steam, a steamship, sank in 1890, and now rests at depths ranging from 13 meters to 42 meters, although the maximum dive depth is reported as 31 meters. Navigating this site requires experience due to strong surface currents and limited visibility. The wreck itself provides an interesting landscape for exploration, but divers need to carefully plan their descent and ascent.

Marine life at the Naufrágio Buenos Aires is surprisingly diverse, despite the somewhat murky visibility. Divers can spot lobsters, morays, and even eagle rays. The presence of stonefish, a venomous species, demands caution and awareness. Various other fish species will also inhabit the wreck and surrounding areas.

The best time to visit this dive site would likely be during the warmer months when surface conditions are calmer and visibility might be slightly improved, though still somewhat limited. Experienced divers should prioritize safety by employing proper dive planning, carrying sufficient dive equipment, and staying aware of strong currents. It is generally not suitable for freediving or snorkeling due to the depth and currents.