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    ELITE dive site
    wreck
    5m
    Barbuda, Antigua & Barbuda
    Palaster Reef

    ELITE

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Palaster Reef

    Why dive here

    With 155+ marine species recorded in the area - including orcas, sea turtles, sperm whales and pufferfish - ELITE offers some of Barbuda's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeOrcas, Sea Turtles, Sperm Whales and Pufferfish · 155+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterWreck dive · max 5m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The ELITE wreck off Barbuda is less about the grand structure and more about history and the critters it now hosts. Sunk way back in 1874, this schooner is well broken up, scattered across a shallow patch of Palaster Reef. At a maximum depth of just 5 meters, it’s a brilliant spot for an extended snorkel or a very relaxed dive, especially for those new to wrecks. You won't penetrate anything here, but we found plenty of small fish darting amongst the old timbers and some lovely colourful corals growing over the ribs. It's a gentle drift over history, not an adrenaline rush.

    Typical ELITE Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m 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 ELITE

    ELITE Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for ELITE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (17.62, -61.81) (3km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 28.7–30.9°C

    Air Temperature

    28°C

    82°F

    Wind Speed

    6.04 m/s

    11.7 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1013.1 hPa

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

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