

Best for intermediate divers, 15-35m, shore entry, mild current.
Henderson Point is a shore-entry reef dive located in Victoria, Canada. The site features a depth range of 15 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 30 metres. A thermocline is often present, which can impact visibility. Marine life recorded at the site includes Ling Cod, Scorpionfish, Toadfish, King Crab, and Grunt Sculpin. Various nudibranchs and sea slugs such as White-lined Dirona, Monterey Dorid, and Hermissenda are also present. Due to cold water temperatures of 8 to 9 degrees Celsius, drysuits are recommended. Divers must remain vigilant for boat traffic and jellyfish throughout the dive.
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Head out straight at 210 degrees and then swim parallel to the shore in either direction.
Access is via a short trail leading down from a small parking lot at the end of Senanus Drive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-35m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
8-9°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers can observe Ling Cod, Scorpionfish, Toadfish, King Crab, and Grunt Sculpin. Various sea slugs and nudibranchs are also recorded, including White-lined Dirona, Monterey Dorid, and Hermissenda.
No, Henderson Point is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range and environmental conditions.
The site ranges from 15 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Henderson Point is a shore-entry dive site with parking available at the entry point for gear staging.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the depth and conditions are better suited for scuba diving.
The main hazards include boat traffic, jellyfish, and a thermocline that can affect visibility.
Diving at Henderson Point in Central Saanich requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Henderson Point in Central Saanich. Water temperatures range from 8°C to 9°C.
The best months to visit Henderson Point in Central Saanich are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Henderson Point in Central Saanich typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Henderson Point in Central Saanich typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.