W D KENT
Why dive here
W D KENT is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-35°C, warmest July, August, September.
The W D Kent is pure wreck diver candy, sitting at a challenging 55 metres. We love this site for its history, a working platform vessel that went down in 1976 after a drilling barge broke loose during a storm. Dropping down, you feel the depth, the light fading, and then the structure starts to resolve – a serious hulk of twisted metal, home now to schools of fusiliers that swirl like liquid silver. We find the real magic here in the engine room, if you’re properly trained and comfortable with penetration, where the machinery is still eerily intact. Outside, the decks are collapsing, but the sheer scale of the wreck is impressive; it’s a proper expedition. Look for large groupers lurking in the shadows and barracuda patrolling the perimeter. This site is for experienced technical divers, no question, demanding excellent buoyancy and gas management. Do it right, and it’s a dive that stays with you.
Typical W D KENT 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 55m 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for W D KENT
W D KENT Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for W D KENT, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.03, 53.72) (18km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
33°C
91°F · Range: 30.1–34.3°C
Air Temperature
30°C
86°F
Wind Speed
6.23 m/s
12.1 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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