Diving in Bermuda
Including North Shore Wrecks and West End Wrecks. On the map.
The vibe
The reefs are less developed, offering a rugged dive experience. Water is warm and clear from April to October. Organized dive charters are common, yet many dive locally with minimal gear.
Dive certification required, park fee optional
North Shore Wrecks, Bermuda
Bermuda
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Bermuda's North Shore features a dense concentration of historical shipwrecks scattered across shallow barrier reefs. Divers explore legendary sites like the Mary Celestia and the Constellation, known for dramatic shallow structures and fascinating maritime history. Visibility is typically exceptional, allowing divers to easily view both the wreckage and the surrounding marine life.
Access. Dive shops based around Hamilton and nearby marinas run daily two-tank boat charters out to the North Shore reefs. Certification is required, and specialty wreck courses are widely available.
Notes. Depths range from 15 to 45 feet. Suitable for open water divers, though some penetration requires advanced certification.
West End Wrecks, Bermuda
Sandys
HMS Nile; Grassy Bay from the Commissioner's House.jpg — Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
Located off the island's western tip, the West End boasts iconic deep-water wrecks such as the Cristobal Colon and the Hermes. These massive steel steamships sit upright or in large sections on the ocean floor, encrusted with coral and surrounded by pelagic fish. It provides some of the most impressive advanced wreck diving in the Atlantic.
Access. Dive charters depart from Royal Naval Dockyard facilities in the West End to reach these offshore wrecks.
Notes. Depths reach up to 70-85 feet, requiring Advanced Open Water certification due to occasional currents and depth.