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Overview

Purpose-sunk former ferry and artificial reef attracting schools of fish, rainbow runners, kingfish and barracuda. Primary use: Wreck/Artificial Reef. Activities: Scuba diving; Underwater photography; Boat dive. Best for: Certified divers. Access: Boat via Mt. Irvine Bay. Confirm conditions with a licensed local operator and use reef-safe practices. Verify operator guidance, sea conditions, protected-area rules and safety requirements before visiting.

Water SportsReef / Marine SiteWreck/Artificial ReefTobagoLower Caribbean / Mount IrvineReef & MarineWreck / artificial reefDiversAdvancedScuba divingUnderwater photographyBoat dive

MV Maverick Details

Type
Reef / Marine Site
site Role
Attraction
destination Class
Reef & Marine
primary Type
Wreck/Artificial Reef
subtype
Wreck / artificial reef
Water activity
Wreck/Artificial Reef
Activities
Scuba diving, Underwater photography, Boat dive
nearest Access Point
Mt. Irvine Bay
access Type
Boat
Boat required
Yes
shore Access
No
stewardship Do Not Do
Do not stand on coral, remove fish/birds/mangroves, anchor on reef, touch wildlife, litter, or publish unsafe unauthorised access instructions.
depth Range M
15-30m
depth Range Ft
49-99ft
dive Type
Wreck / artificial reef
difficulty
Advanced
Certification
Advanced Open Water or equivalent experience + local guide
snorkeling Suitability
Low; scuba-focused
diving Suitability
Scuba site; verify with local operator
glass Bottom Suitability
Unknown/varies
Family-friendly
No — certified divers only
non Swimmer Viewing
No
Water conditions
Purpose-sunk wreck
current Risk
Moderate to High
drift Dive
Yes
safety Flags
Use licensed dive operator; Strong current/drift review; Boat traffic / surface marker buoy
marine Life Highlights
Tropical reef fish, corals, sponges and invertebrates; exact sightings vary.
coral Habitat Highlights
Wreck / artificial reef
seasonality Best Time
Operator-dependent; verify with current sea conditions.
Tip
Confirm conditions with a licensed local operator and use reef-safe practices.
cta Label
Find a licensed dive operator
Area
Lower Caribbean / Mount Irvine
Category
Water Sports

Amenities

Access: BoatBest for: Certified diversDepth: 15-30mConditions: Purpose-sunk wreckConservation sensitivity: High

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