BOKADO III
Why dive here
With 127+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, humpback whales, sea turtles, sperm whales and pufferfish - BOKADO III offers some of Providenciales's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 26°C.
Bokado III is a quiet little wreck, definitely one of our favourites for a chill afternoon dive in Provo. It’s not deep, just five metres, so you get incredible light penetration, even on an overcast day. You can really take your time poking around this old sailing vessel, which, for us, is the real appeal. The wreck itself isn't massive or dramatic, but it's fallen apart in such a way that it creates these perfect little hidey-holes for marine life. We often spot southern stingrays tucked beneath the hull, and there are always a few French angelfish darting in and out of the broken timbers. Look closely in the crevices and you’ll find arrow crabs and the occasional moray eel peeking out. It’s perfect for new divers wanting to experience a wreck without the anxiety of depth or current, and also fantastic for photographers who want to play with the light and structure. We’d suggest going in the late afternoon; the sun hitting the sand next to the wreck just makes everything glow.
Typical BOKADO III 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.
BOKADO III Wreck History
Vessel Type
sailing vessel
Cause
storm
Resting in the shallows off Providenciales, the BOKADO III is an accessible and intriguing wreck perfect for novice divers and snorkelers. Lying at a mere 5 meters, the remains of this sailing vessel are scattered across a sandy bottom, easily explored in a single dive. While the exact story of its demise has been lost to time, its classification as a 'dangerous wreck' suggests it was likely driven ashore and broken up by the powerful forces of a tropical storm.
Today, what was once a hazard to navigation has transformed into a thriving micro-habitat. The vessel's fragmented hull and rigging provide shelter for a host of juvenile reef fish, moray eels, and crustaceans. Sunlight easily penetrates the shallow, clear water, illuminating the scene and making it a fantastic spot for underwater photography. Divers can enjoy leisurely exploring the wreckage, searching for macro life hidden among the pieces of this mysterious sailing craft.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BOKADO III
BOKADO III Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BOKADO III, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (21.79, -72.22) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
26.44°C
80°F
Air Temperature
28.62°C
84°F
Wind Speed
8.92 m/s
17.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1015.4 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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