

Best for intermediate divers, 18-25m, boat entry, mild current.
The MV Commerce is an artificial reef located at Shoal Bay Reef, Anguilla. This wreck site sits at depths ranging from 18 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for mild currents and potential surf conditions. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, French angelfish, spotted moray, great barracuda, nurse shark, Indian lionfish, queen angelfish, wrasses, blue tang, purple sea fan, whiptail stingray, Pacific trumpetfish, stoplight parrotfish, and drum and croaker. The site is suited for intermediate divers, with typical dive times lasting approximately 45 minutes.
18.23550, -63.08880
Carry a reef hook for strong current conditions, particularly useful when observing marine life on the windward side of the wreck.
Boat dive located off the coast of Anguilla, northeast of Prickley Pear Cays.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-25m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, French angelfish, spotted moray, great barracuda, nurse shark, Indian lionfish, queen angelfish, wrasses, blue tang, purple sea fan, whiptail stingray, Pacific trumpetfish, stoplight parrotfish, and drum and croaker.
No, the MV Commerce is classified as an intermediate dive site.
The site depth ranges from 18 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach this dive site.
This site is intended for diving, as the wreck lies at depths of 18 to 25 metres.
Diving at MV Commerce in The Valley requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at MV Commerce in The Valley. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit MV Commerce in The Valley are January, February, March, April, May, June, and July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
MV Commerce in The Valley typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at MV Commerce in The Valley typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.