Bay of Fundy vs Tobermory (Fathom Five) — Dive Destination Comparison
Bay of Fundy (Canada) scores 54.4/100 vs Tobermory (Fathom Five)'s 53.8/100 in OkToDive's 12-category rating. Choose Bay of Fundy for wreck diving with 3–9m visibility. Choose Tobermory (Fathom Five) for wreck diving at ~$80/dive.
Last updated: 2026-07-22
Side-by-side comparison
| Metric | Bay of Fundy | Tobermory (Fathom Five) |
|---|---|---|
| OkToDive Score | 54.4/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Visibility | 3--9m | 5--20m |
| Water temp | 5--14 C | 4--18 C |
| Max depth | 24m | 35m |
| Current | moderate | mild |
| Cost per 2-tank dive | $90 | $80 |
| Budget tier | mid range | mid range |
| Best months | July, August, September | June, July, August |
| Dive types | wreck, pelagic | wreck, freshwater, shore |
| Min certification | Open Water | Open Water |
| Key species | lobster, wolffish, sea urchin | lake trout, smallmouth bass, rock bass |
| Google rating | 0 (0 reviews) | 4.6 (280 reviews) |
Which should you choose?
Choose Bay of Fundy when...
- + Wreck diving enthusiasts
- + Anyone visiting North America for the first time
- + Groups seeking 8+ named dive sites in one area
Skip if
- - You hate cold water — temps drop to 5°C
- - You can only travel outside July, August, September — conditions deteriorate
Choose Tobermory (Fathom Five) when...
- + Newly certified divers building confidence
- + Wreck diving enthusiasts
- + Groups seeking 22+ named dive sites in one area
Skip if
- - You don't have Advanced certification
- - You hate cold water — temps drop to 4°C
Bottom line
Bay of Fundy wins on overall score (54.4 vs 53.8), but the right choice depends on your priorities. Tobermory (Fathom Five) is more affordable ($80 vs $90/dive). Tobermory (Fathom Five) has better peak visibility (20m vs 9m).