VONJO

Best months: Aug–Oct

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 - VONJO offers some of Nova Scotia's richest wreck 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

CharacterWreck dive · max 60m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The VONJO wreck in Nova Scotia offers a dive into a piece of local maritime history. This 12.5-meter fishing vessel, sunk in 1984, sits upright, making for a straightforward exploration even for those newer to wreck diving. We’ve found the wheelhouse largely intact, and you can still glimpse parts of the fishing gear, like winches, now encrusted with anemones and hydroids. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, the light penetration into the open sections of the wreck is quite pretty, revealing schooling Pollock and small sculpins darting amongst the rusted metal. It’s a good choice for divers wanting an accessible wreck that still has some story left to tell.

Typical VONJO Dive Profile

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

Safety Notes

Maximum depth 60m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

Cold water this month (avg 15°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 VONJO

VONJO Ocean Conditions

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