KABER
Protected Area
Hook Head SAC
Why dive here
With 185+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - KABER offers some of South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 9-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Kaber, a sailing vessel that went down in 1991 after a fire, lies upright at 25 metres on the seabed off Ireland's south coast. It’s a respectable wreck dive, not huge but with enough character to keep you interested. We found schools of pollack hanging around the mast and a fair few wrasse tucked into the hold. It’s an accessible wreck for those comfortable at depth, offering a good glimpse into the ocean’s reclaiming process.
Typical KABER Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for KABER
KABER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for KABER, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (51.71, -8.38) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 12.3–14.8°C
Air Temperature
12°C
54°F
Wind Speed
7.84 m/s
15.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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