Plongée à Tobermory (Fathom Five) — Canada

Fathom Five National Marine Park at Tobermory, Ontario protects 22 shipwrecks in the crystal-clear waters of Georgian Bay. The Sweepstakes and City of Grand Rapids are visible from the surface, and deeper wrecks reward advanced divers. Canada's most popular freshwater diving destination with well-managed infrastructure.

Score
53.8
Visibilité
5–20m
Température
4–18°C
Meilleurs mois
June, July, August
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Tobermory (Fathom Five)
CanadaNorth America
53.8

SCORE

45.2584°N

-81.6645°E

Fathom Five National Marine Park at Tobermory, Ontario protects 22 shipwrecks in the crystal-clear waters of Georgian Bay. The Sweepstakes and City of Grand Rapids are visible from the surface, and deeper wrecks reward advanced divers. Canada's most popular freshwater diving destination with well-managed infrastructure.

Ontario's Freshwater Wreck Park

Visibility5–20 m
Temperature4–18°C
Max Depth35 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$80
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML25.0CH8.0VIS58.0SV70.0TMP22.0DA65.0OP75.0TS68.0GT55.0VAL72.0CRD60.0SP68.0

Marine Life

25.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
22
Megafauna Encounters
10
Reef Fish Abundance
20
Macro Life
32
Endemic Species
28
Marine Life Diversity
25.0
Coral & Reef Health
8.0
Visibility & Conditions
58.0
Dive Site Variety
70.0
Water Temperature
22.0
Depth & Access
65.0
Operator Quality
75.0
Topside Experience
68.0
Getting There
55.0
Value & Cost
72.0
Crowding
60.0
Social Proof
68.0

Dive Types

wreckfreshwatershore

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Bruce Peninsula National Parkglass-bottom boat tourGrotto hiking trailFlowerpot Island

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Fathom Five visitor centre
  • Bruce Peninsula Grotto

Non-Diver Score

8/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — Toronto General Hospital Hyperbaric Unit
Nearest Hospital30 km

Local hospital in Owen Sound; chamber at Toronto General (3+ hours); helicopter available

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

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