Eliza Ramsden, wreck
The Eliza, a three-masted iron barque, was built in Glasgow, Scotland in 1874 by Samuel Ramsden of Melbourne. This magnificent ship, costing 10,000 pounds, met its unfortunate fate during its inaugural journey out of Melbourne when it collided with Corsair rock in 1875.
Despite the shipwreck, the Eliza remains a fascinating dive site for advanced divers in Victoria, Australia. Resting upright on the seabed, she lies at a depth of 14 meters at the bow and around 20 meters at the stern. While the stern section is significantly broken, the donkey boiler is still visible, offering a glimpse into the ship's maritime history.
It's important to note that diving the Eliza should only take place during slack tide, ensuring optimal safety for divers. Additionally, a thorough shipping check is essential. The dive site boasts a visibility of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, providing an immersive and thrilling experience for adventurous divers.
Discover the captivating underwater world of the Eliza and explore this historical wreck in Victoria, Australia. Let the Eliza dive site ignite your curiosity and awe as you uncover its submerged secrets.
Despite the shipwreck, the Eliza remains a fascinating dive site for advanced divers in Victoria, Australia. Resting upright on the seabed, she lies at a depth of 14 meters at the bow and around 20 meters at the stern. While the stern section is significantly broken, the donkey boiler is still visible, offering a glimpse into the ship's maritime history.
It's important to note that diving the Eliza should only take place during slack tide, ensuring optimal safety for divers. Additionally, a thorough shipping check is essential. The dive site boasts a visibility of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, providing an immersive and thrilling experience for adventurous divers.
Discover the captivating underwater world of the Eliza and explore this historical wreck in Victoria, Australia. Let the Eliza dive site ignite your curiosity and awe as you uncover its submerged secrets.
Diving Conditions Score for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
5.4
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
Depth
21m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
Wave Height
1.24m
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
Water Temp
15°C
Visibility
11.72km
Cloud Cover
59%
Wave Period
11.2s
Air Temperature
10.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.5559095238095235/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.22m, Wind 0.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.056211111111111/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Eliza Ramsden, wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Eliza Ramsden, wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Eliza Ramsden, 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.
Best Overall
16:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.22m (11.2s), Wind: 0.9 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.44m, Wind: 6.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Eliza Ramsden, wreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Eliza Ramsden, 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 Eliza Ramsden, wreck
Summer
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
July
Score: 8.1
June
Score: 7.8
August
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
Water Temp
17.1°C / 62.8°F
January
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
May
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Eliza Ramsden, wreck
Eliza Ramsden, wreck follows southern hemisphere patterns with January being the warmest month (17.1°C) and July the coldest (9.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 0.0mm 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 21, 2026
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