Kraken Freighter

Advanced deep wreck dive on a large artificial reef.

Boat Access
30m Avg Depth
42m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as the Kraken, offers a unique experience. The vessel was intentionally sunk 67 miles off the coast of Galveston to create an artificial reef. Due to its nature as a wreck and potential for challenging conditions, it’s important to acknowledge that portions of this site may require advanced diving skills and experience. This could include familiarity with deep dives, wreck penetration, or even technical diving techniques. Always prioritize safe diving practices and dive within your personal skill set. The specific challenges at the site mean divers should be prepared for potentially complex conditions.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

wreckdeep diveadvanced onlyboat diveartificial reefwide angle

Marine Life

BarracudaGrouperTriggerfishAngelfishLionfishScorpionfishJackfishSea urchinCrabShrimp

Things to Note

Difficulty:

advanced

Requires deep and wreck diving experience due to depth and offshore conditions.

Hazards:
depthcurrentwreck penetrationboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 29.0°C

Wind

Tide

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