Best for advanced divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, mild current.
Erebus Bay is a historic harbour site in Canada, notable as the location where the Franklin Expedition overwintered. The site features an artificial reef environment with depths reaching 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Conditions are challenging due to extremely cold water temperatures ranging from -3C to 0C and the presence of strong currents. Visibility is highly variable, fluctuating between 5 and 50 metres depending on conditions. Given the extreme environment and potential for strong currents, this site is suitable only for advanced divers. Snorkelling is possible at this location, though the extreme cold requires appropriate thermal protection.
74.71250, -91.84850
The site is affected by natural forces including storm waves and sediment scouring around the hull.
Access is via boat from Gjoa Haven, Nunavut.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
5-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
-3-0°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Aug, Sep
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life present at this site.
No, Erebus Bay is intended for advanced divers due to the extreme cold water temperatures and the presence of strong currents.
The site reaches depths of up to 30 metres.
Access to the site requires a boat.
Yes, the site has a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5, though the extreme water temperatures require specialised thermal gear.
Diving at Erebus Bay in Resolute requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Erebus Bay in Resolute. Water temperatures can drop to -3°C.
The best months to visit Erebus Bay in Resolute are August and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Erebus Bay in Resolute typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Erebus Bay in Resolute typically ranges from 5 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
