

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Braemar Avenue in Victoria is a shore-entry dive site featuring a mix of reef and seagrass habitats. Suitable for beginner divers, the site offers depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres with mild currents. Visibility typically fluctuates between 6 and 9 metres, requiring divers to maintain close contact with their buddy. Water temperatures remain cold, between 8 and 11 degrees Celsius, necessitating the use of a drysuit or a thick wetsuit. Parking is available on-site, though early arrival is recommended on weekends. Divers should wear protective footwear when entering the shallows to avoid sea urchins.
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A short set of stairs leads down to a flat pebble beach, making it a user-friendly location for divers.
Located at the west end of Braemar Avenue in Saanich Inlet. Ample parking is available at the end of the road.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
6-9m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
8-11°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site features mild currents, making it a manageable location for newer divers to build confidence in cold water.
The site offers depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres.
Braemar Avenue is a shore-entry dive site.
Water temperatures range from 8 to 11 degrees Celsius, and visibility is generally between 6 and 9 metres.
Low visibility is a factor at this site. Additionally, divers should wear protective footwear to avoid sea urchins in the shallows.
Diving at Braemar Avenue in North Saanich requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Braemar Avenue in North Saanich. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 11°C.