The more you get offshore, the better the chances you have of taking great photos, so book your trips for as many days as you can spare. On some days charters are cancelled due to adverse weather, while other days it may be uncomfortable for those not used to the pitching and yawing of the vessel. Strong winds, choppy seas and long boat rides may make getting offshore difficult. Off the coast of North Carolina, you are diving in the open ocean, sometimes up to 40 miles from land. However, a primary obstacle in this region is the weather. The conditions change daily so, once again, persistence and repetitive diving will increase your odds of shooting on days with the desired clear blue water. In general, visibility runs around 50 feet on average, and on a good day it will exceed 100 feet. One must find a balance when working at these depths 30-plus miles offshore.ĭivers and sand tigers on the wreck of the Atlas Tanker Conversely, if you are spending all your time monitoring your depth, bottom time and your navigation, you are likely not taking quality images. The distraction of your photography or video can be dangerous if you’re not paying attention to your diving. It is very important to be comfortable and well trained to dive at these depths. Bottom time is hampered by this factor so one must work fast to maximize your time. The average is 100 feet for most of the top wrecks. Offshore diving in North Carolina is deeper than most diving destinations. The best dives in North Carolina are wrecks, but they aren’t just for “wreck divers.” These dives feature an abundance of life, most notably the sand tiger sharks. The combination of historic wrecks and toothy sharks make for great visual storytelling. On any given dive, whether there are only a few or a few dozen, the sand tigers certainly spice up your images. The fascination of photographers with this destination has a lot to do with the healthy population of sand tiger sharks that call the wrecks home. Good visibility and warm water in the summer months only make the diving more desirable for those who have an aversion to cold, turbid water. For photographers, it is a dream destination to shoot in, with bountiful subject matter to point their cameras at. Regular divers visiting the area’s Outer Banks already know the potential and come back year after year to experience the rich history and abundant marine life the wrecks have to offer. From WWII German U-boats to schools of sand tiger sharks, North Carolina diving is world class.
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