10m
    Beginner
    Sandy Island, Anguilla
    Sandy Island

    Tug boat

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Sandy Island

    Why dive here

    With 288+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, eagle rays, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Tug boat offers some of Sandy Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Eagle Rays, Humpback Whales and Nurse Sharks · 288+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterWreck dive · max 10m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Tug boat off Sandy Island is exactly what it sounds like, a proper old tug, sitting upright and complete in just 10 metres. We love how accessible this wreck is, perfect for newer divers or those who just want a relaxed second dive. You can swim right through the wheelhouse, checking out the old controls, and poke around the engine room. It’s a small wreck, but chunky, with plenty of nooks. Over the years, it's become a fantastic artificial reef. Look out for the resident green moray eel often peeking from a pipe, and we’ve seen big schools of French grunts swirling around the bow. On the sand nearby, we often spot southern stingrays half-buried. Our favourite part? The light filtering through the clear Caribbean water, illuminating the wreck. It's truly a photogenic spot, especially around midday. It’s a site that proves you don't need depth for a great wreck dive; character and accessibility win every time.

    Typical Tug boat Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tug boat

    Tug boat Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tug boat, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.09, -63.01) (5km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 28.7–31.1°C

    Air Temperature

    28°C

    83°F

    Wind Speed

    7.81 m/s

    15.2 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1013.2 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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