

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Brotchie Ledge is a combined reef and wreck site located 965 metres off the coast of Victoria, Canada. The site features a depth range of 12 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers must access the site by boat and should plan their dives around slack tide to manage moderate currents that can strengthen across the ledge. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, and water temperatures remain between 8 and 9 degrees Celsius year-round. Due to boat traffic and current, divers should carry a surface marker buoy and deploy it before ascending. The site is suited for intermediate divers with advanced certification.
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Plan your dive around slack tide to manage the current, as it can push hard across the ledge and the wreck at depth. Carry a surface marker buoy and deploy it before ascending, given the boat traffic above.
The site is located one-half mile south of the entrance to Victoria harbour in the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-30m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
8-9°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers, and an Advanced Open Water certification is the minimum requirement to dive here.
The site ranges from 12 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 965 metres from the shore.
Divers must manage boat traffic, moderate currents, surge, and low visibility. It is advised to avoid penetrating the wreck structure due to unstable sections.
While the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, the depth and current conditions make it more appropriate for experienced divers.
Diving at Brotchie Ledge Wreck in Victoria requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Brotchie Ledge Wreck in Victoria. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 9°C.
Expect moderate currents at Brotchie Ledge Wreck in Victoria. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Brotchie Ledge Wreck in Victoria typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.