Best for advanced divers, 18-42m, boat entry, variable current.
The Kraken Freighter is an artificial reef located at Stetson Bank, created by sinking a vessel to provide a complex underwater structure. This site is intended for advanced divers, as depths range from 18 to 42 metres with an average of 30 metres. The wreck presents hazards including deep water, potential overhead environments, and variable currents. Boat access is required due to its location approximately 108 kilometres from the coast. Night diving is permitted at this site. Given the depth and structural nature of the wreck, divers should possess appropriate technical or wreck diving training to navigate the environment safely.
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The main cabins of the vessel have been opened up to accommodate divers.
Trips depart from Freeport on a 36-foot center console boat, requiring a 2.5 to 3-hour ride to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-42m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-28°C
Current
Variable
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth and the presence of overhead environments.
The site ranges from 18 to 42 metres in depth, with an average depth of 30 metres.
The Kraken Freighter is a boat dive located 107,826 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 19C in the winter months to 28C during the summer.
Divers should be aware of the deep water, potential overhead environments, and variable currents.
Diving at Kraken Freighter in Freeport requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep, Wreck, Nitrox. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Kraken Freighter in Freeport. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Kraken Freighter in Freeport are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
