Charlos Reef

Best months: Aug–Oct

Protected Area

Cap La Ronde Nature Reserve

Why dive here

With 77+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and jellyfish lake - Charlos Reef offers some of Nova Scotia's richest reef diving. Water ranges 1-17°C, warmest August, September, October.

Best timeAug–Oct

WetsuitA 7mm wetsuit with a hood

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Jellyfish Lake · 77+ species recorded

Water1-17°C · warmest August, September, October

CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Charlos Reef is a solid dive site off the coast of Nova Scotia. We’ve found decent hard coral formations here, which is always a pleasant surprise for Canadian waters. Expect to spot the usual suspects: rock crabs scuttling over the bottom and a variety of small fish darting between the crevices. It’s a good spot for divers looking for a straightforward, easygoing reef dive in the region.

Typical Charlos Reef Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Charlos Reef

Charlos Reef Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Charlos Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (44.6, -63.5) (0km away)