Ferry 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 - Ferry 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

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Ferry Reef in Nova Scotia offers a chilly but rewarding dive. You'll find a series of rocky ledges and crevices, home to cold-water corals and anemones that add surprising colour. Keep an eye out for various crabs scuttling across the bottom and curious wolffish peeking from their dens. It's a solid choice for experienced divers looking for a different kind of reef experience.

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 Ferry Reef

Ferry Reef Ocean Conditions

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