Ben's Flat Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

June to SeptemberBest months

12.0–18.0 °CWater (summer)

5.0–10.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Ben's Flat is a popular dive site located in the North Sea, known for its diverse marine life and unique underwater topography. The site features sandy bottoms interspersed with rocky outcrops, providing habitat for various species.

Divers can expect to explore a mix of sandy and rocky substrates, with opportunities to see schools of fish, crustaceans, and possibly larger marine animals. The dive typically involves navigating through underwater structures and natural formations.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 12.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 5.0–10.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

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