Best for beginner divers, 2-45m, shore & boat entry.
Lake Vad is a freshwater site in Russia featuring an artificial reef structure. The site offers depths ranging from 2 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, though a thermocline exists where deep water temperatures drop to 4-8°C. Divers should be aware of the overhead environment created by the artificial reef and monitor depth closely. Entry is possible from both shore and boat. While suitable for beginners, the presence of deep water and overhead structures requires careful navigation and adherence to training limits. A dive shop is located on-site to provide support and equipment.
55.54337, 44.19700
A 33-foot descent is required to reach the clearer water below the murky surface layer.
Located in the Nizhny Novgorod region, approximately 325 miles east of Moscow.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 45m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Current
None
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though the significant depth and overhead structures mean divers must stay within their training limits.
The site spans depths from 2 to 45 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Entry to the site is possible from both shore and boat.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Primary hazards include the significant depth, the presence of a thermocline, and the overhead environment created by the artificial reef structure.
Diving at Lake Vad in Vad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Lake Vad in Vad typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
