Shark Planes
Protected Area
The Dogs
Why dive here
With 449+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and eagle rays - Shark Planes offers some of Virgin Gorda & Anegada's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Shark Planes, off Virgin Gorda, is a shallow scatter of aircraft debris sitting at 13m. You'll find two small planes, broken up and well-colonised by corals, sponges, and small reef fish. It’s a straightforward dive, good for newer wreck divers or those looking for a relaxed second dive. Look out for the resident moray eels peeking from the wreckage.
Typical Shark Planes 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shark Planes
Shark Planes Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Shark Planes, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.5, -64.42) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.1–31.1°C
Air Temperature
28°C
83°F
Wind Speed
7.66 m/s
14.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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