Sponge Gardens
About Sponge Gardens
A sloping reef that starts around 13 m and descends to about 27 m, featuring spur-and-groove terrain with channels and swim-throughs. Located near the edge of the Gulf Stream, it is known as a drift dive site and can experience notable current. Pelagic life is often encountered, with sea turtles and nurse sharks commonly seen alongside reef fish.
Where Is Sponge Gardens?
Sponge Gardens Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
13m - 27m
Depth Note
Sloping reef begins at 45 ft (13 m) and bottoms out at 90 ft (27 m).
Typical Conditions
Often dived as a drift dive; current can be present.
Safety & Access At Sponge Gardens
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Can be prone to current due to proximity to the Gulf Stream; use appropriate drift-diving procedures and take care in swim-throughs and channels.
Local Intel For Sponge Gardens
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Scuba
A drift dive over a sloping reef from roughly 13–27 m, with swim-throughs and channels.
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Exposure Profile at Sponge Gardens
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