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Ss Stavronikita Wreck
Barbados' signature wreck dive, coral-covered and advanced.
ScubaBoat EntryAdvanced
Artificial ReefWreck
Offshore wreck dive with coral growth, strong structure, and advanced-only penetration.
About Ss Stavronikita Wreck
The SS Stavronikita is Barbados' signature wreck dive, a long freighter that now sits as a coral-covered artificial reef off the west coast. It is an advanced wreck with dramatic structure, black coral, sponges, and the kind of offshore atmosphere that rewards careful buoyancy and planning.
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Research Estimate At Ss Stavronikita Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CrowdedModerate
Current StrengthModerate current
Where Is Ss Stavronikita Wreck?
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Ss Stavronikita Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 39m
Depth Note
The wreck rises to about 6 m at the masthead and rests on a seabed around 36-39 m, with the forward deck around 24 m.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
A deep, iconic wreck with coral growth, offshore logistics, and advanced-level planning.
Safety & Access At Ss Stavronikita Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Penetration is only for appropriately trained divers, and the overhead sections demand disciplined line and buoyancy control.
Access Restrictions
Reached by licensed dive boat from the west coast; it is too far offshore for a beach swim.
Legal Notes
No special permit is noted.
Local Intel For Ss Stavronikita Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A large wreck with upper structure and deeper sections, black coral, and the option for controlled penetration.
Freedive
Not a practical freedive target except for surface viewing of the upper structure.
Snorkel
The upper structure may be visible from above, but the site is not a snorkel destination.
Ss Stavronikita Wreck Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Ss Stavronikita Wreck
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Wildlife at Ss Stavronikita Wreck
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Recent Logged Visits At Ss Stavronikita Wreck
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Ss Stavronikita Wreck
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Avg. Visibility15m
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Ss Stavronikita Wreck Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Ss Stavronikita Wreck Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.adrex.com · Article
Independent wreck-diving article with depth and visibility context.
www.scubadiving.com · Article
Article noting the wreck's reef life and its role in local dive-operator training.
www.totallybarbados.com · Tourism
Wreck-diving guide that describes the Stavronikita as Barbados' most challenging wreck dive.
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