Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Diving enthusiasts will delight in the vibrant marine life that calls this wreck home. Explore the depths and encounter various species, including nurse and reef sharks, majestic eagle rays, graceful turtles, and a diverse array of fish such as snapper, angelfish, grunts, anemones, and grouper.
While the wreck has sustained significant damage from storms due to its shallow depth, it remains an incredible sight to behold from the outside. As such, it is not recommended to penetrate the wreck due to safety concerns. Nevertheless, divers of all levels, including beginners, can relish in the unique experience of observing this exceptional dive site.
With a maximum depth of 13m and visibility reaching up to 16m, divers can expect clear and captivating underwater views. A trip to this spectacular dive site, conveniently located near Bayahíbe, San Rafael del Yuma, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic, promises unforgettable adventures beneath the surface of the water.
Diving Conditions Score for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Depth
13m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.68m
Wind Speed
11.6 m/s
Water Temp
29°C
Visibility
22.34km
Cloud Cover
7%
Wave Period
5.4s
Air Temperature
26.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.632166666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 9.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.04555915915916/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Atlantic Princess (Wreck) are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.7m (5.6s), Wind: 9.1 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 9.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Ideal Conditions for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
July
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Atlantic Princess (Wreck)
Atlantic Princess (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.3°C) and December the coldest (20.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). December is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026