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Dive Presque Isle Michigan with DDS

Dive Presque Isle Michigan with DDS

Dive Presque Isle Michigan with DDS this 2024 season, as we explore some of the most exquisite underwater shipwrecks of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Join us from July 28-August 3rd, 2024.

Cost only $1799cdn.

Presque Isle offers some of the finest technical diving shipwrecks in any of the Great Lakes, with depths in the Trimix Level 1 range max 200′ there are some breathtaking shipwrecks that will blow your mind.

If you’re not trimix certified, join us for a class and finish the dives out there!

The SS Florida is a 5 deck wooden steamer.

Crystal clear blue water with epic shipwrecks like the Cordelia B. Windiate, the SS Florida, Typo, the Norman, the Defiance, and the Kyle Spangler will have you dreaming yourself to sleep as you reminisce about the days dives and prepare for the next mornings adventures.

This trip runs Sunday evening July 28th, through Saturday August 3rd, 2024 with dives running Monday through Friday.

We’re diving with Black Dog Charters up on this amazing trip, so you’ll have one of the best boats, best captains and tastiest baked goods to warm you up between dives.

The Typo, a 3 masted schooner

Trip includes lodging and boat dives.

Gas fills, meals, tolls, gratuities and other expenses are not included.

We often shop as a group to plan our meals out for the week, and there are some fantastic restaurants in Alpena, MI as well.

Join us for one of the best dive trips you’ll ever do, this is why you trained up to this level isn’t it?

 

There shipwrecks in Lake Huron are the best shipwrecks and you’ll want to dive the entire area, which is a good thing because from Port Austin to Alpena to Presque Isle, the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary has a ton of quality sites.  Check them out CLICK HERE.

 

Dive the Straits of Mackinac 2024

Dive The Straits of Mackinac with Dan’s Dive Shop

Dive the Straits of Mackinac with Dan’s Dive Shop in Michigan and see explore the most phenomenal recreational shipwrecks in the Great Lakes. The Straits offers the finest recreational and entry level technical diving sites possible.

The Straits of Mackinac are located at the point where Lake Huron and Lake Michigan meet in Michigan. The Straits are known for a rich maritime history and having some of the biggest and best dives that the average recreational diver can explore.

If you want to see the best sites in rec limits, advanced to deep diver recreational range and light technical diving depth ranges you need to dive the Straits. Divers can explore the crystal-clear waters of the Straits, which are home to a diverse array of marine life, shipwrecks and historical artifacts.

This trip is for experienced, cold water Great Lakes Diver. If you have dived all our most popular wreck areas in Ontario and looking for even better diving the Straits of Mackinac dive sites are for you

Check out Becky Kagan Schott’s article in Diver’s Alert Network about diving the Staits of Mackinac.

About the Trip

Straits of Mackinac includes 4 days of boat diving (June 17-20) 2 dives per day and 4 nights shared accommodation from June 16- 20. Arrive on Sunday and start diving Monday morning. The boat departs from Mackinac City in the morning returning by lunch time each day. Air/ Nitrox fills available on site. Average depths are 80-130 feet.

The lodging is located in down Cheboygan with bars and restaurants  in walking distance. The house has shared bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom facilities and washer and dryer. Bonus air hockey table, massage table and tanning bed! Only 23 minute drive to Mackinac City.

Spend your afternoons relaxing and exploring this beautiful part of Michigan. Or star gaze at night at the nearby night sky preserve. Accommodations have full shared kitchen facilities so you can make meals or go out on the town. The small group size makes it a fun and relaxing trip with epic diving.

Diving Conditions Surface temperatures are usually around 55°F, and bottom temperatures are typically around 39°F but can vary depending on the depth of the wreck. The minimum visibility is usually 50 to 100 feet.

Cost $1499 CDN or $1099 USD. 

Payment Terms 50% deposit due at booking. Final payment due March 16, 2024.

Dive The Straits of Mackinac, Michigan Wrecks

Here are some of our favourite wrecks from last years trip! Learn more about scuba diving theses amazing wrecks by visting the Straits of Mackinac Shipwrecks Preserve.

Cedarville 

Depth: 40′ – 112′ — This modern shipwreck is the result of controversial conduct by two ships. Carrying a cargo of limestone, the Cedarville was westbound when she ran into very heavy fog. The Cedarville continued moving relying on her radar and radio contact. The M.V. Topdalsfjord did not respond by radio resulting in confusion by the Cedarville officers. When the ships were near collision, the Cedarville attempted an emergency turn but was struck hard amidships on the port side. She rolled and sank during an attempt to beach the vessel, and lies nearly inverted on the bottom. Learn more…

Dolphin

Depth: 110′ — The 2-mast schooner Dolphin suffered a collision with the bark Badger State in July on 1869, sinking in 20 minutes without loss of life. This vessel was relocated by Ken Merryman in 2021, and his 3D imagery clearly shows the collision damage just as described by the survivors. This site features an intact cabin and wheel, masts strewn about the deck, and at least some of the hatch covers still in place protecting her cargo of coal.  Please do not attempt to open the hatches or to force entry into the cabin – this is our most-intact site currently, and we’d like to keep it that way. Learn more…

Eber Ward 

Depth: 100′ – 140′ — While carrying a cargo of corn, the Ward struck a spring ice floe opening a large hole at her port bow. She went down quickly, taking five members of her crew with her as a lifeboat was dragged under. Eight men survived. Her upper works are gone but the hull remains upright, very well preserved and remarkably intact. Among other features, she has a unique mushroom anchor, two decks, a round stern, engine, boiler, early mechanical unloading equipment, and hand trucks stored in her bow top deck. Her smokestack lies on the starboard bottom and a lifeboat rests off her starboard stern. Topside a porcelain toilet and bathtub sit on the deck. Learn more…

Sandusky 

Depth: 70′ – 84′ — No one survived the sinking of the Sandusky. She was carrying a crew of seven and a cargo of grain. A strong gale overwhelmed her west of McGulpin Point. A passing ship saw three sailors clinging to a spar but the gale prevented help from reaching them. The Sandusky is, perhaps, the best known and most visited dive site in the Straits of Mackinac. She is in relatively shallow water and is a well-preserved example of early Great Lakes sailing vessels. Upright on the bottom, her bowsprit still points upward and a ram’s head figurehead crowns the bow. Figureheads are not typical on Great Lakes ships and this one is a replica. The original was removed for preservation after an attempted theft some years ago, and is now on display at the Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum at Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. While much of her hardware has illegally disappeared over the years, her rudder, tiller, capstan, working bilge pump, masts and rigging are still on site. Learn more…

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility: All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy: All Trip Payments are Non-Refundable. If the trip goes full, or you are able to fill your spot, you will be reimbursed for everything except your non-refundable trip deposit. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

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Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks in 2023

Lake Erie is home to some of the best shipwreck diving in the Great Lakes. This year we are running two awesome weekends of full Lake Erie diving in May and September. New this year is an Open Water friendly charter on the Sunday Mornings, all sites max depth 60 feet.

Join us the May Victoria Day weekend with two days of Lake Erie diving. Two tank charters available on Saturday May 20 and Sunday May 21 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm.

Join us again in the fall for another two days of epic Lake Erie diving on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm..

NEW THIS YEAR – Sunday AM Charters for Open Water Divers – all sites will be shallower than 60 feet!

Wrecks include the Carligford/ Stone Wreck, Benson/ Raleigh and the Finnie/ Niagara.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 110ft. Sunday morning charters, minimun Open Water Certified, max depth 60 feet. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from Sugarloaf Marina, Port Colborne at the Public Boat Launch. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are 9:00am & 2:00pm sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for a Lake Erie Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

lake-erie-technical-dive

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks in 2023

Lake Erie is home to some of the best shipwreck diving in the Great Lakes. This year we are running two awesome weekends of full Lake Erie diving in May and September. New this year is an Open Water friendly charter on the Sunday Mornings, all sites max depth 60 feet.

Join us the May Victoria Day weekend with two days of Lake Erie diving. Two tank charters available on Saturday May 20 and Sunday May 21 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm.

Join us again in the fall for another two days of epic Lake Erie diving on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm..

NEW THIS YEAR – Sunday AM Charters for Open Water Divers – all sites will be shallower than 60 feet!

Wrecks include the Carligford/ Stone Wreck, Benson/ Raleigh and the Finnie/ Niagara.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 110ft. Sunday morning charters, minimun Open Water Certified, max depth 60 feet. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from Sugarloaf Marina, Port Colborne at the Public Boat Launch. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are 9:00am & 2:00pm sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for a Lake Erie Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

lake-erie-technical-dive

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks in 2023

Lake Erie is home to some of the best shipwreck diving in the Great Lakes. This year we are running two awesome weekends of full Lake Erie diving in May and September. New this year is an Open Water friendly charter on the Sunday Mornings, all sites max depth 60 feet.

Join us the May Victoria Day weekend with two days of Lake Erie diving. Two tank charters available on Saturday May 20 and Sunday May 21 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm.

Join us again in the fall for another two days of epic Lake Erie diving on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm..

NEW THIS YEAR – Sunday AM Charters for Open Water Divers – all sites will be shallower than 60 feet!

Wrecks include the Carligford/ Stone Wreck, Benson/ Raleigh and the Finnie/ Niagara.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 110ft. Sunday morning charters, minimun Open Water Certified, max depth 60 feet. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from Sugarloaf Marina, Port Colborne at the Public Boat Launch. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are 9:00am & 2:00pm sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for a Lake Erie Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

lake-erie-technical-dive

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks

Dive Lake Erie Shipwrecks in 2023

Lake Erie is home to some of the best shipwreck diving in the Great Lakes. This year we are running two awesome weekends of full Lake Erie diving in May and September. New this year is an Open Water friendly charter on the Sunday Mornings, all sites max depth 60 feet.

Join us the May Victoria Day weekend with two days of Lake Erie diving. Two tank charters available on Saturday May 20 and Sunday May 21 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm.

Join us again in the fall for another two days of epic Lake Erie diving on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17 with both morning and afternoon departure times at 9:00am & 2:00pm..

NEW THIS YEAR – Sunday AM Charters for Open Water Divers – all sites will be shallower than 60 feet!

Wrecks include the Carligford/ Stone Wreck, Benson/ Raleigh and the Finnie/ Niagara.

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 110ft. Sunday morning charters, minimun Open Water Certified, max depth 60 feet. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from Sugarloaf Marina, Port Colborne at the Public Boat Launch. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure time to load your gear. Departure times are 9:00am & 2:00pm sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for a Lake Erie Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2023

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

2023 Charter Dates & Times

Saturday June 3rd – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Wednesday July 12th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Wednesday August 9th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Monday October 9th – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to dive charter’s departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2023

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

2023 Charter Dates & Times

Saturday June 3rd – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Wednesday July 12th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Wednesday August 9th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Monday October 9th – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to dive charter’s departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2023

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

2023 Charter Dates & Times

Saturday June 3rd – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Wednesday July 12th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Wednesday August 9th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Monday October 9th – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to dive charter’s departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.

Scuba Dive Lake Ontario

Tiller Wreck Lake Ontario Dive Charter

Dive the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario 2023

Join us on beautiful Lake Ontario and dive our local Tiller Wreck, a stunning, fragile wooden schooner 100′ long by 25′ wide. The ship is in great shape and even features 2 beautiful masts, a gorgeous rudder, cargo holds, a picturesque bow, windlass, anchor and stove.

The Tiller Wreck is an unknown 2 masted wooden schooner sitting on a 45 degree angle on the starboard side 6 km’s off Port Dalhousie in 113ffw.  The wreck was named by Len Rooney on our 1st trip out because it used a tiller which moved the rudder back and forth instead of a stearing wheel.

This wreck is perfect for Advanced Level Divers and is an Ideal Nitrox Dive for more bottom time. Visibility is usually 60 feet or better with average temperature of 40 degrees at depth. A Drysuit is Highly recommended to make this a more enjoyable dive.

2023 Charter Dates & Times

Saturday June 3rd – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Wednesday July 12th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Wednesday August 9th – 1:00pm & 5:00pm

Monday October 9th – 9:00am & 2:00pm

Charter Details

Diver Level Minimum Advanced Open Water certified with cold water dive experience. Max depth 113ft. Lake Ontario remains cold at depth even in the summer. Drysuit or good quality 7mm wetsuit recommended with hood and gloves. DDS Charters are Tech and Rec friendly.

Run Time The boat comfortably holds 8 divers and can accommodate double and single tanks. The boat has dry storage, shade, and a marine head onboard. Run Time has large ladder rungs for ease of climbing back on after the dive. During the surface interval cookies and water are provided.

Departure The boat departs from the Fish & Game Club, 61 Lighthouse Road, Port Dalhousie. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to dive charter’s departure time to load your gear. Departure times are sharp.

Cost $110 + HST for a two dive charter. Not Included: tanks, scuba gear & gratuity.

Lake Ontario Scuba Diving

How To Sign Up for the Tiller Wreck, Lake Ontario Dive Charter

1. Phone, email or visit the shop to book.

2. Make full payment to confirm your spot.

3. Fill out the online Diver Registration Form.

Book Now

Terms and Conditions

Diver Responsibility All Divers are responsible for insuring they have the appropriate scuba gear for cold water diving, redundancy and exposure protection. No scuba gear, tanks or weights are included. If rentals are needed the diver is responsible to pick them up in store during retail hours. DDS Charters are not guided, private Divemaster can be arranged for an additional fee. All divers are expected to only attend dives within their diver certification level and experience. Lastly, unsafe divers putting themselves and others at risk may be asked to leave.

Cancellation Policy All dive charters are non-refundable. Please let us know if you are unable to go. If we are able to fill your spot you will receive a store credit for your charter fee. If the dive charter is cancelled by Dan’s Dive Shop or the boat operator due to unforeseeable circumstances a credit or full refund will be provided.