

Best for intermediate divers, 8-35m, boat entry, mild current.
The Normannia is an artificial reef located off the coast of Wilmington, offering a wreck dive with depths ranging from 8 to 35 metres. The site features a substantial structure that requires advanced, wreck, and deep diving certifications. Divers typically experience visibility between 18 and 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the wreck. While currents remain mild, surge and swell conditions can occur, making boat access essential. Given the depth, nitrox is recommended to manage nitrogen narcosis risks and extend bottom time. The site is suited for intermediate divers who are prepared for deep-water conditions and variable sea states.
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Carry a dive light even for external exploration as the wreck's shadow creates dark zones beneath overhangs and derricks.
The site is 25 nautical miles offshore and requires a boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-35m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers and requires advanced, wreck, and deep diving certifications due to the depth and potential for nitrogen narcosis.
The wreck structure lies at depths between 8 and 35 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
This is a boat-only dive located approximately 56 kilometres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 17C to 24C, though the Gulf Stream can influence these readings.
Divers should monitor their depth to manage nitrogen narcosis risks and be prepared for surge and swell conditions during entry and ascent.
Diving at Normannia Wreck in Cape Fear requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck, Deep, Nitrox. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Normannia Wreck in Cape Fear. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Normannia Wreck in Cape Fear are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.