var.fr · Government Heritage
Department of Var heritage page placing the DUKW off Cavalaire in the 1944 landing context.
Easy boat wreck dive with silty bottom conditions and sparse life; best for controlled sightseeing, not a high-adrenaline profile.
About Dukw
Dukw is a shallow Cavalaire wreck dive on WWII amphibious vehicles lying on sand and mud with patches of posidonia. The site is an easy, guided boat dive with limited marine life, so the main draw is the simple wreck profile, calm planning window, and steady trim over a silty bottom rather than a deep route. It works best as a relaxed sightseeing stop in settled weather.
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Research Estimate At Dukw
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
Where Is Dukw?
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Dukw Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 20m
Depth Note
Shallow wrecks around 12-20 m with a Level 1-style profile.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer late-spring to early-autumn windows usually the most comfortable.
Typical Conditions
Shallow, easy wreck profile over mud and sand with posidonia patches; usually light current, but the bottom can silt up if disturbed.
Safety & Access At Dukw
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Stay neutral over the wrecks, keep fin kicks high, and avoid stirring the silty bottom.
Access Restrictions
Plan on a guided boat dive from Cavalaire; this is not a casual shore-entry site.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-area and operator rules, including any mooring and briefing instructions.
Local Intel For Dukw
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for guided wreck dives and beginner-level progression. Keep buoyancy tight and avoid dropping onto the bottom.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the wreck depth and silty bottom suit scuba control better.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the wrecks sit below comfortable surface viewing range.
Wildlife at Dukw
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Recent Logged Visits At Dukw
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Dukw
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