Official bay and wreck-section overview.
Shore reef and wreck site at Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)
Shore reef and wreck site at Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)
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Vaersenbaai (Kokomo) is an easy shore-access beach dive with parking, a floating dock, and beach-club support. The shallow reef starts close to shore and then drops away into a deeper wreck zone with cars and other artificial-reef pieces, so the site works best as a controlled swim from the beach rather than a casual open-water drift. The shallow water suits snorkeling and relaxed reef time, but the deeper wreck section demands buoyancy control, depth awareness, and a plan for boat traffic.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 50m
Depth Note
The reef drops off around 9-12 m, with the deeper wreck features farther out; the car pile is around 35 m and a small wreck lies around 45-50 m.
Best Season
Year-round; May to November is usually calmer and less crowded.
Typical Conditions
Warm water, easy shore entry, limited current, and moderate visibility; the shallow reef is beginner-friendly while the wreck section needs more control.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Use the buoy line for descent and monitor depth closely due to the rapid drop-off. Sharks may be present around the wreck area.
Access Restrictions
The deeper wreck section is not a casual shore swim; use directions or a local operator if you plan to reach it from the beach.
Legal Notes
Carry an SMB if you swim toward the wreck area, because boat traffic is part of the site.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The main attraction is a collection of submerged cars; a buoy line can be used to descend to the site. The depth drops off quickly, so buoyancy control and depth monitoring are important.
Freediving
Only the shallow reef edge is realistic for breath-hold diving; the wrecks are too deep for normal freediving.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling works best near the beach and floating dock; the deeper car pile is a scuba target.
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Official bay and wreck-section overview.
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