Alberta
Alberta, Canada offers a truly unique diving experience, trading coral reefs for submerged mountainscapes in its cold, clear freshwater lakes. Located in a landlocked province, divers explore high-altitude sites in world-famous locations like Banff National Park. The key attractions are not vibrant marine biodiversity but rather dramatic underwater geology, submerged historical artifacts like forgotten town sites or WWII experiments, and the sheer adventure of diving in a stunning alpine environment. This destination is for the adventurous diver seeking something different from the ordinary.
The diving conditions in Alberta are challenging but rewarding, characterized by cold water year-round, which necessitates a drysuit or very thick wetsuit. Visibility can be excellent, especially in early summer, but varies with glacial runoff and seasonal algae. Divers should visit Alberta to gain valuable cold-water and altitude diving experience, explore unique underwater heritage sites, and combine their passion for diving with incredible mountain scenery that is beautiful both above and below the surface.
