SS Stavronikita Suggest edit

Barbados Suggest · Saint James Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

December to MayBest months

26.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–27.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The SS Stavronikita is a famous wreck dive site located off the coast of Saint James, Barbados. This former freighter sank in 1976 and has since become an artificial reef, attracting a variety of marine life.

Divers can explore the wreck at various depths, with opportunities to swim through the structure and observe the marine life that has made it their home. The wreck is covered in coral and is a habitat for numerous fish species.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during the morning; bring a wide-angle lens for the wreck.

Location

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