

Best for intermediate divers, 21-25m, boat entry, strong current.
The Noula Express is an artificial reef wreck located 1609 metres off the coast of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Resting at depths between 21 and 25 metres, this site is accessible only by boat. Divers encounter strong currents and variable visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The wreck offers opportunities for penetration, though the overhead environment requires appropriate training and caution. Due to the depth and current conditions, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, and various wrasses. Water temperatures typically range from 25 to 28C, though occasional cold upwellings can occur.
26.32130, -80.05747
With strong currents common here, plan your dive to descend on the up-current side of the wreck so you can work the structure and use it as a windbreak. Confirm current conditions with your charter operator before the dive, as they shift with the tides.
Trips depart daily at 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM from Pompano Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
21-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-28°C
Current
Strong
Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Spotted Scorpionfish, Queen Angelfish, wrasses, Smooth Trunkfish, Round Stingray, Scrawled Filefish, Blue Tang, Atlantic Tarpon, Gray Angelfish, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, and Redband Parrotfish.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the significant depth, strong currents, and the presence of an overhead environment within the wreck.
The wreck sits at an average depth of 23 metres, with a range between 21 and 25 metres.
This is a boat dive located approximately 1609 metres from the shore.
Snorkelling is not recommended due to the depth of the wreck, which lies between 21 and 25 metres below the surface.
Diving at Noula Express in Boca Raton requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Noula Express in Boca Raton. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 28°C.
Noula Express in Boca Raton can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Noula Express in Boca Raton typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.