Best for advanced divers, 73-77m, boat entry, moderate current.
The U-869 is a German Type IXC/40 U-boat resting on the Atlantic seabed at depths between 73 and 77 metres. This technical dive requires advanced training and experience due to the significant depth, cold water temperatures ranging from 6 to 14 degrees Celsius, and potential for moderate currents. The wreck structure presents an overhead environment with entanglement risks, necessitating careful gas management and proper thermal protection. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Access to the site is by boat only, located approximately 96 kilometres from shore. Divers must be prepared for the demanding conditions of this deep wreck environment.
39.56370, -73.03440
Gas planning at this depth leaves no margin for error, so confirm your mix and turn pressures with your buddy before descending. Charter operators running this site typically enforce certification checks at the dock, so bring your certification cards.
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Depth
73-77m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
6-14°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
No, this site is strictly for advanced technical divers. It requires trimix certification, deep wreck endorsements, and significant prior experience in deep wreck environments.
The wreck lies at a depth of 73 to 77 metres, with an average depth of 73 metres.
This is a boat dive located approximately 96 kilometres from shore.
Primary hazards include the extreme depth, cold water temperatures, potential for moderate currents, low visibility, and entanglement risks within the overhead environment of the wreck.
No, the depth of the wreck makes it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at U-869 Wreck in U-869 Wreck requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck, Trimix, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at U-869 Wreck in U-869 Wreck. Water temperatures range from 6°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit U-869 Wreck in U-869 Wreck are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at U-869 Wreck in U-869 Wreck. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at U-869 Wreck in U-869 Wreck typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
