

Best for intermediate divers, 9-17m, boat entry, moderate current.
Friars Craig is a wreck and artificial reef site located within the Carlisle Bay Marine Park. The site features a wreck resting at depths ranging from 9 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres. Access is by boat only, as the site is situated approximately 1609 metres from the shore. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and potential surge. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Hazards at this location include entanglement risks, sharp coral, strong currents, and surge. A typical dive at this site lasts 45 minutes. The water temperature remains warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius.
13.08750, -59.64070
Check the stern section first as the resident moray eels are most active during the initial minutes after divers arrive.
Boat access is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-17m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
The site has a depth range of 9 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers.
Access to Friars Craig is by boat only.
Divers should be aware of entanglement risks, sharp coral, strong currents, and surge.
Diving at Friars Craig in Bridgetown requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Friars Craig in Bridgetown. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Friars Craig in Bridgetown are January, February, March, April, May, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Friars Craig in Bridgetown. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Friars Craig in Bridgetown typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.