Esquimalt Lagoon Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

12.0–16.0 °CWater (summer)

6.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Esquimalt Lagoon is a popular dive site located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It features a mix of sandy bottoms and rocky structures, providing diverse marine life and underwater scenery.

Divers can explore the lagoon's varied habitats, which include kelp forests and sandy areas. The site is suitable for both novice and experienced divers, with opportunities to see a range of marine species.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–16.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 6.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Best lighting conditions in the morning, focus on marine life and kelp forests.

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