

Best for beginner divers, 4-9m, boat entry, mild current.
Drifting Spot off Palm Beach Island offers a shallow reef environment suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 4 to 9 metres with an average of 7 metres. Divers experience mild currents that facilitate a relaxed drift along the reef structure. Visibility typically ranges between 18 and 21 metres. Access is by boat only, located 1600 metres from the shore. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic when surfacing and exercise caution to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks. Water temperatures remain between 25 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. A typical dive duration is 60 minutes.
26.75465, -80.01168
Be alert for quick tide changes in direction and intensity as they can change very fast.
Located approximately 3 miles South of Jupiter Inlet.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-9m
Visibility
18-21m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners and provides a relaxed introduction to drift diving in shallow water.
The depth ranges from 4 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 1600 metres from the shore.
Primary hazards include boat traffic, potential low or variable visibility, and sharp coral or rocks on the reef.
Open Water certification is the minimum requirement for diving at this site.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Drifting Spot in Jupiter. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
Drifting Spot in Jupiter typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Drifting Spot in Jupiter typically ranges from 18 metres to 21 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.