

Best for beginner divers, 4m, boat entry, mild current.
AR-130 Buoy is a shallow artificial reef located off the coast of Cape Hatteras, United States. Situated at a depth of 4 metres, this site is suitable for beginner divers looking to practice buoyancy and observation. The site is accessible only by boat and features mild currents. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 7 to 26 degrees Celsius. Due to the presence of boat traffic in the area, divers must maintain awareness during ascents and are required to deploy a surface marker buoy to remain visible to vessel operators.
36.00320, -75.53000
Because water temperature can drop as low as 7 degrees Celsius in winter, bring an appropriate wetsuit or drysuit rather than assuming warm conditions year-round. Always deploy a surface marker buoy on ascent to stay visible to boat traffic above.
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Depth
4m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
7-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Yes, the shallow 4-metre depth and mild currents make this site accessible for recently certified open water divers.
Access to AR-130 Buoy is by boat only, as it is located approximately 21 kilometres from the shore.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers must always deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent to ensure visibility to vessel operators.
Because water temperatures vary from 7 to 26 degrees Celsius, you should select an appropriate wetsuit or drysuit based on the current seasonal conditions.
Diving at AR-130 - Buoy in Cape Hatteras requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
AR-130 - Buoy in Cape Hatteras has depths ranging from 4 metres to 4 metres.
A typical dive at AR-130 - Buoy in Cape Hatteras lasts approximately 40 minutes. Actual dive time depends on depth, air consumption, and conditions.
AR-130 - Buoy in Cape Hatteras typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at AR-130 - Buoy in Cape Hatteras typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.