Princess Anne Wreck Dive Charter in Palm Beach

Why Dive the Princess Anne Wreck?

The Princess Anne is a 340-foot ferryboat artificial reef deployed in Palm Beach County at a listed depth of 97 feet. Its multilevel structure and changing current make this an advanced dive. Site conditions, actual profile and visibility vary; confirm the plan with your charter operator.

Plan Your Dive

Check the date-specific charter page for current availability, included dives, meeting details and price. The retail shop is at 3317 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL 34997; charters operate off Palm Beach and check-in for most departures is listed at Riviera Beach City Marina. Stuart Scuba serves divers from Stuart, Palm City, Hobe Sound, Port St. Lucie, Jupiter, West Palm Beach and Vero Beach. Confirm the exact check-in point for your trip.

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Source: Florida FWC artificial reef deployment inventory (Princess Anne entry).

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Princess Anne Wreck Dive FAQs

Where is the Princess Anne wreck?

Most departures check in at Riviera Beach City Marina. We’ll confirm the meeting point for your date.

What kind of vessel is the Princess Anne?

FWC identifies it as a ferryboat artificial reef, and we describe it as a car ferry.

How long is the Princess Anne?

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission inventory lists the ferryboat as 340 feet long.

When was the Princess Anne sunk?

The FWC inventory records the deployment date as May 23, 1993.

How deep is the Princess Anne reef?

We describe parts of the wreck at roughly 72–105 feet. Your actual profile depends on the structure, current, and dive plan.

What are the official coordinates?

FWC’s artificial reef inventory records 26° 47.616′ N, 80° 00.230′ W. Use a dive operator and current navigation information rather than navigating to a wreck independently.

What is the wreck’s relief?

The FWC inventory lists 30 feet of relief for the Princess Anne artificial reef.

Is this an easy beginner dive?

No. This site features substantial depth and swift currents. Ask the operator whether your training, depth limits and recent experience fit the planned dive.

What certification do I need?

this trip does not specify a certification prerequisite. Contact us to confirm the requirement for the date and dive profile you are considering.

Can divers enter the wreck?

You may see interior rooms and staircases but does not promise wreck penetration. Do not enter the wreck unless you have the appropriate wreck-penetration training and the operator explicitly authorizes it for the conditions.

What marine life might I see?

You may see jacks, barracuda, Atlantic spadefish, parrotfish, sharks and coral growth. Sightings vary and are not guaranteed.

Are currents strong at the Princess Anne?

This site features swift currents. Current varies by day and depth; follow the captain and divemaster briefing and stay within your training.

What equipment should I bring?

We’ll confirm the equipment checklist for your trip, including computer, exposure protection, and surface-marker requirements.

How many dives are included?

Tank and dive counts vary by trip. Contact us for the number of dives and inclusions for your date.

Where do I check in for the boat?

The website lists Riviera Beach City Marina for most departures. Confirm the exact location and arrival time with your charter confirmation.

Does the retail shop operate in Palm Beach?

The retail store is in Stuart. Palm Beach is the dive area; check-in for most departures is at Riviera Beach City Marina.

What is included in the charter price?

The site description doesn’t set a trip price or inclusions. Contact us for the current charter details before booking.

Will visibility or marine life be guaranteed?

No. Conditions and sightings vary with weather, current, season and site operations. Confirm the day’s plan with the operator.

Where can I verify the reef record?

You can follow the source link above to review FWC’s deployment record.

How do I book the Princess Anne dive?

Call us at (772) 600-8288 to confirm dates, certification requirements, the planned dive profile, check-in and current price.