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Local operator required
Most visits are arranged through a local dive operator, and the protected area may require preauthorization.
Kent Wreck is a boat dive for advanced wreck divers who want a long historic cargo ship, protected access, and a profile that rewards planning.
About Kent Wreck
Kent Wreck is a historic cargo-ship wreck off San Vito Lo Capo with a long, deep profile and enough structure to justify a careful advanced wreck plan. It suits divers who want an offshore boat dive, wreck history, and a site that rewards local coordination rather than a quick drop-and-go visit.
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Research Estimate At Kent Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
Where Is Kent Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Kent Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
38m - 54m
Depth Note
First structures begin around 38m; different dive references place the wreck body in the mid-40s to low-50s m range depending on the measurement point.
Best Season
Late spring through summer, when western Sicily usually offers the clearest water and steadier boat conditions.
Typical Conditions
Generally good visibility and light current, but the wreck remains a deep boat dive that needs disciplined planning.
Safety & Access At Kent Wreck
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Treat Kent Wreck as an advanced deep wreck dive. Follow local authorization rules, stay within the planned profile, and avoid treating the site as a quick sightseeing drop.
Access Restrictions
Protected offshore wreck with controlled access and local authorization requirements.
Legal Notes
Follow area-of-respect rules, no-anchor guidance, and any local authorization requirements before diving.
Local Intel For Kent Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Access
Boat access from San Vito lo Capo or nearby ports; the offshore approach and permit checks are usually handled by a local center.
Aquatic Life
The wreck is heavily colonized and reported with groupers, moray and conger eels, scorpionfish, shrimp, octopus, and other pelagic fish.
Crowd / Popularity
A well-known wreck on the San Vito lo Capo circuit and a regular advanced-trip target.
Facilities
Best handled through an established dive center with boat support and briefing logistics for a deep wreck profile.
Wildlife at Kent Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Kent Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Kent Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
