

Best for intermediate divers, 6-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Trident is a retired Coast Guard vessel sunk in 2016 within Carlisle Bay Marine Park. This artificial reef sits at depths between 6 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. The wreck features swim-throughs and a mounted gun on the bow. Divers and snorkellers can encounter marine life including sergeants, French angelfish, flying gurnard, whiptail stingray, porcupinefish, smooth trunkfish, wrasses, Atlantic tarpon, blue tang, scrawled filefish, Pacific trumpetfish, cushion sea stars, Caribbean barrel sponges, and Sally Lightfoot crabs. Access is by boat, located 200 metres from shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 8 to 30 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving.
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Double-barreled 60mm guns are located on the bow, providing an excellent opportunity for photographs.
Located in close proximity to Carlisle Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-20m
Visibility
8-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Nov, Dec
Divers and snorkellers may encounter sergeants, French angelfish, flying gurnard, whiptail stingray, porcupinefish, smooth trunkfish, wrasses, Atlantic tarpon, blue tang, scrawled filefish, Pacific trumpetfish, cushion sea stars, Caribbean barrel sponges, and Sally Lightfoot crabs.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the presence of an overhead environment.
The wreck lies at depths between 6 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach the Trident wreck, which is located 200 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is used for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Trident in Bridgetown requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Trident in Bridgetown. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Trident in Bridgetown are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Trident in Bridgetown typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Trident in Bridgetown typically ranges from 8 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.