

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Alicia is an artificial reef located 4800 metres offshore within John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. Resting at depths between 8 and 18 metres, this wreck provides a site for beginner divers to experience wreck diving. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres, allowing for clear observation of the structure. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and consistent boat traffic in the area. Access is by boat only, and due to the current and potential for entanglement, newer divers are advised to book a guided tour. Water temperatures remain between 25C and 29C throughout the year.
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Current can pick up unexpectedly, so an Open Water certification alone is the minimum requirement and newer divers should book a guided tour rather than diving independently. Boat traffic in this area near Miami is consistent, so always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy deployed well before you leave the bottom.
Boat access is required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though newer divers should book a guided tour rather than diving independently due to moderate currents.
The wreck sits in depths ranging from 8 to 18 metres.
This is a boat dive located 4800 metres from the shore.
Hazards include boat traffic, entanglement risks around the wreck structure, sharp coral, and moderate currents.
Facilities at the site include air fills, equipment rental, guided tours, boat charters, and a dive shop.
Diving at Alicia in Miami requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Expect moderate currents at Alicia in Miami. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Alicia in Miami typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.