Diving Malaspina
National Geographic and Jacques Cousteau have rated BC the number 2 dive spot in the world, second only to the Red Sea. The Sunshine Coast lays claim to the title of dive capital of Canada for its animal life, water clarity, vivid colours, diver-friendly tides, sheltered passages and deep ocean currents. A diving mecca yet to be discovered by the mainstream.
Many world famous dive sites, suitable for all interests and abilities are available minutes from our dock in Madeira Park.
Prices As Low as $50 for two Dives!
Fearney Bluffs
Huge wall 300 feet plus.
Giant cloud sponges. Two species of gorgonian. Awesome dive.
Nelson Rock
Beautiful reef on a mountain-top. Huge ling cod, cabezons, urchins, crimson anemones.
Charles Island
Long curved wall, following shoreline. Lots of cracks. Octopi, plumose anemones, sea pens.
Power Lines*
Depth 400 feet plus. Famous for its huge gorgonians and cloud sponges. Rat fish, cow shark.
Irvin's Landing
Hunt for antique bottles, china and other treasures from the steamship days.
"A" Frame
Aquarium like setting, drops to sheer wall. Cloud sponges, hydrocorals, sculpins, red sea urchins
Indian Islands
Great alternate bad weather site. Plumose, greenlings, crabs, some artifacts
Moore Point
Drops to 100 feet and beyond. Cave
like crevasses. Dogfish, sponges, anemones, octopi, ling cod.
Malaspina Water Taxi provides boat transportation only. Divers using our transportation must be fully certified by a recognized SCUBA training authority. Divers must be adequately trained to safely manage their own dive activities.
* $10 extra cost p/p for this site to offset fuel. This dive site list is just an overview, there are numerous other sites/locations available to visit.
