Proteus Wreck Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Proteus is a roughly 220-foot freighter sunk as an artificial reef in 1985. Hurricane Andrew subsequently broke up the wreck, leaving separated sections to explore.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Wide-angle shots of the wreck, close-ups of marine life, consider lighting conditions.

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