DARLINGTON
Protected Area
Palm Island
Why dive here
With 328+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, bull sharks, dolphins and eagle rays - DARLINGTON offers some of North Shore's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 20-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Darlington is one of our favourite North Shore wrecks. It’s a steamship, sunk way back in 1886, and sits in just 5 metres of water. We love a shallow wreck, especially one that’s been down a while. You get fantastic light penetration, making the whole site feel alive. What we especially enjoy here are the huge boilers, still pretty intact, and the stern section. You can fin around them easily, spotting big parrotfish munching on the coral growth. Schools of grunts often hang out in the shadows, shimmering as you approach. It’s a fantastic spot for photographers, or anyone who enjoys a relaxed dive with a real sense of history. Visibility can be epic on a calm day, giving you wide views of the entire wreck, but even with a bit of chop, it's a very rewarding dive.
Typical DARLINGTON Dive Profile
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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Blue Water Divers & Watersports Limited
Fantasea Diving and Watersports
Dive Bermuda Limited
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for DARLINGTON
DARLINGTON Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for DARLINGTON, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (32.33, -64.83) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
79°F · Range: 24.5–27.9°C
Air Temperature
25°C
77°F
Wind Speed
9.35 m/s
18.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1015.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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