HERMES
Protected Area
South Shore Park (Warwick)
Why dive here
With 328+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue sharks, bull sharks, dolphins and eagle rays - HERMES offers some of North Shore's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 20-29°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Hermes, resting on Bermuda’s North Shore, is one of our favorite wreck dives, especially for those looking to really get *inside* a vessel. This isn't just a pile of metal; it’s a thoughtfully scuttled cargo ship, going down in 1984, meaning it's had plenty of time to integrate with the reef. Dropping onto her deck at 12 meters, you can feel the history. The real draw here is the penetration – the cargo holds are wide open, inviting you in. We love swimming through the massive internal spaces, where shafts of light pierce the gloom, illuminating schools of snapper that swirl around the bulkheads. Outside, the superstructure is draped in soft corals, and you’ll often spot green morays peering from nooks and crannies. It's a relaxed dive, usually with mild currents, making it perfect for newer wreck enthusiasts or photographers who want time to compose shots without fighting a surge. Try to hit it on a sunny day; the light play inside the holds is spectacular.
Typical HERMES 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to HERMES
Dive shops near HERMES
Blue Water Divers & Watersports Limited
Fantasea Diving and Watersports
Dive Bermuda Limited
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for HERMES
HERMES Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HERMES, 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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