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Ida Marie
Boat wreck with reef growth off Sandy Island.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner12m - 18m
Artificial reefWreck
Local operator required
Boat access and wreck handling make local operator guidance the practical default.
Short boat access, a wreck-on-reef layout, and clear Anguilla water make Ida Marie a straightforward wreck day.
About Ida Marie
Ida Marie is a boat-dived wreck off Anguilla that pairs an easy profile with a lively reef wrap. The wreck lies broken and partially on its side, so divers get a clear outside tour rather than a complex swim-through day. It suits basic-training divers who want steady visibility, plenty of fish life, and a local operator to handle the boat plan.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Entanglement riskOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Do not plan penetration; the wreck is broken up and the interior is not safe to enter. Stay outside the structure and follow operator briefings.
Access Restrictions
Dive it with a local operator and keep the dive outside the wreck structure.
Legal Notes
Treat the wreck as a protected dive site and do not remove artifacts or marine life.
Where Is Ida Marie?
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Local Intel For Ida Marie
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth range of 12–18 m and conditions are described as suitable for divers with basic training.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; the wreck is better suited to guided scuba and careful boat handling.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; it is better approached as a scuba wreck dive.
Wildlife at Ida Marie
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Ida Marie
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility15m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentNo current
SurgeLight surge
