15-30m
    Long Island, Bahamas
    Conception Island National Park

    MV Comberbach Wreck

    Best months: Sep–Jan

    Protected Area

    Conception Island National Park

    Why dive here

    With 362+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and humpback whales - MV Comberbach Wreck offers some of Long Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeSep–Jan
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales and Humpback Whales · 362+ species recorded
    Water26-30°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterWreck dive · max 15-30m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The MV Comberbach, grounded hard on the Bahamian shallows, offers a properly photogenic wreck dive. We're talking a half-submerged hull, with one side of the ship's bow exposed above the surface, breaking the waves. It’s got a real skeletal feel to it, all those exposed ribs and twisted metal. Dive down and you’ll find the rest of her spread out, creating a jagged, artificial reef. We love poking around the engine room, still remarkably intact, and watching the schools of horse-eye jacks that sometimes swarm the structure. Look closely, and you’ll spot resident lobsters tucked into every crevice, plus the occasional reef shark gliding by the deeper sections. This spot suits divers who appreciate a wreck with a story, especially those with an underwater camera keen to capture that striking half-above, half-below shot. We’d suggest going at high tide for the best visibility around the submerged parts, making that bow entry a little easier.

    Typical MV Comberbach Wreck Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 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.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MV Comberbach Wreck

    MV Comberbach Wreck Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for MV Comberbach Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (23.66, -74.95) (14km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    85°F · Range: 28–30.8°C

    Current Speed

    8.94 cm/s

    Direction: NW (333.4°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.053 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    36.55 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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