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Tobago ferry wreck with dense fish life
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Commonly arranged through Tobago dive operators from the southwest coast.
Maverick Wreck is Tobago's purpose-sunk ferry wreck off Mount Irvine, now a popular artificial reef with dense fish life, sponge and coral growth, and open deck sections that make it a standout boat dive for certified divers. It is best treated as a dedicated wreck dive rather than a casual scenic stop.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 30m
Depth Note
The upper wreck structure sits around 18m, with the main wreck on sand around 30m.
Best Season
Year-round; visibility is often best January-June.
Typical Conditions
Quiet-bay boat wreck with moderate visibility, light-to-moderate current variability, and a fish-rich profile that rewards wreck divers.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat the car deck and open holds as overhead spaces; stay within training, buoyancy control, and the operator briefing.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use a local operator and a certification appropriate for a deep wreck.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for certified wreck divers or AOW divers comfortable with a deeper boat dive and some overhead structure.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkeling site.
Chill / Non-diver
Not a casual swim-stop; plan it as a dedicated wreck dive.
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Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
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Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Tobago dive-site directory with Maverick depth, visibility, and current context.
Official Tobago wreck listing for depth, experience level, and site character.
Local Tobago dive roundup with average visibility and operator-support context.
Independent travel story with Maverick-specific bay, visibility, and operator context.
Operator history piece with wreck structure, coral growth, and fish-life detail.
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