

Best for intermediate divers, 16-35m, boat entry, moderate current.
Twin Barges Wreck consists of two sunken vessels resting between 16 and 35 metres deep off Praslin. These structures function as an artificial reef, with hard corals and cabbage coral colonising the metal hulls. Divers may encounter giant moray eels, melon butterflyfish, rock cod, and various wrasses among the wreckage. Sea cucumbers and snails are also present. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, though moderate currents are common and vary with the tide. This site is accessible only by boat, and intermediate certification is recommended due to the depth and current conditions. Water temperatures remain between 25 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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This is a boat-only site, so arrange your charter in advance and confirm current conditions with the operator on the day, as moderate current can vary with tide. Facilities are not guaranteed at the departure point, so sort hydration and surface cover before you leave.
The site is accessed via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Mar
Divers can encounter giant moray eels, melon butterflyfish, rock cod, and wrasses. The site also features hard corals, cabbage coral, sea cucumbers, and snails.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range of 16 to 35 metres and the presence of moderate currents.
The wreck lies at depths between 16 and 35 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat-only site. You must arrange a charter in advance and confirm conditions with your operator before departure.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the site is primarily a wreck dive located at depths starting from 16 metres.
Diving at Twin Barges Wreck in Bel Ombre requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Twin Barges Wreck in Bel Ombre. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Twin Barges Wreck in Bel Ombre are March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Twin Barges Wreck in Bel Ombre. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Twin Barges Wreck in Bel Ombre typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.