Beachcomber South Wall Suggest edit

Canada Suggest · British Columbia Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

12.0–18.0 °CWater (summer)

7.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Beachcomber South Wall is a renowned dive site located on the southern end of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It features stunning underwater topography with vertical walls, abundant marine life, and vibrant kelp forests.

Divers can explore the dramatic wall formations, which are home to a variety of marine species including anemones, sea stars, and schools of fish. The site offers both shallow and deeper sections, making it suitable for divers of varying experience levels.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 7.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand kelp Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions are during the summer months; use a wide-angle lens to capture the wall and marine life.

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