When is the best time to dive Wreck of the WIT Shoal II?

The typical diving season is January to December; June to November. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Is Wreck of the WIT Shoal II good for snorkelling?

Not really - this is a scuba site rather than a snorkelling spot.

U.S. Virgin Islands · St Thomas

Wreck of the WIT Shoal II

Best time to dive

January to December; June to November

What you might see

BarracudaLikely
Grey reef sharkLikely
Sea turtleLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Not viable - boat-only access to a deep wreck with no shallow snorkel component

Safety notes

Depth (~90ft/27m) requires advanced certification; overhead/penetration hazard inside the wreck (smokestack and interior decks); potential strong currents; advance boat reservations recommended

Permits & fees

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Charlotte Amalie

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.