

Best for advanced divers, 21-40m, boat entry, mild current.
The Anteres is an artificial reef and wreck located off the coast of Pensacola. Resting at depths between 21 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 37 metres, this site requires advanced certification. Access is strictly by boat, with the wreck situated over 33 kilometres from shore. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 91 metres. The structure creates an overhead environment, presenting risks of entanglement and significant depth. Proper wreck training is essential for any penetration, and divers must maintain disciplined air management and buoyancy control. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18 and 26 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Carry a primary and backup cutting tool before entering any enclosed section of the wreck. Charter operators out of Pensacola run trips year-round, so confirm their specific mooring procedure ahead of time to plan your descent and ascent safely.
Trips depart from docks in Key Largo; boat access is required for most sites.
Recorded at this site
Depth
21-40m
Visibility
15-91m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to its significant depth and the presence of an overhead environment.
The site sits in 21 to 40 metres of water, with an average depth of 37 metres.
The Anteres is a boat-only dive site located approximately 34 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include significant depth, potential for entanglement, and the risks associated with an overhead environment inside the wreck.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the site is an advanced wreck dive located at depths starting from 21 metres.
Diving at Anteres in Pensacola requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Anteres in Pensacola. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
Anteres in Pensacola typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Anteres in Pensacola typically ranges from 15 metres to 91 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.