Southeast Prong

Best months: Aug–Oct

Protected Area

Musquodoboit Harbour

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 - Southeast Prong 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

Southeast Prong, off the coast of Nova Scotia, might not be the tropical escape some divers picture, but it’s got a quiet charm. Down here, the Atlantic really shows off its tough beauty. We often see American eels weaving through the colder water, and the occasional wolf-fish peeking out from under a ledge. Atlantic cod and saithe are common companions too, drifting by with that typical unhurried grace. It’s a site that rewards patience, perfect for divers who appreciate the resilience of North Atlantic marine life and aren't afraid of a chillier dive.

Safety Notes

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

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Nearest Dive Centres to Southeast Prong

Dive shops near Southeast Prong

Torpedo Rays Scuba Adventures

43km away

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Courses

East Coast Scuba and Watersports

48km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Southeast Prong

Southeast Prong Ocean Conditions

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