North Carolina Wreck Diving & Fish ID Specialty - AUGUST 2026

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North Carolina Wreck Diving & Fish ID Specialty - AUGUST 2026
313 Cedar St, Beaufort, NC 28516
Aug 21 - 23, 2026
Group size: 1 - 9
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$1,050
Deposit: $500

About this trip

Scuba diving in the graveyard of the Atlantic offers an unparalleled underwater adventure for history buffs, wreck divers, and marine life enthusiasts.

The region is home to over 2,000 shipwrecks, spanning centuries of maritime history. These wrecks serve as artificial reefs, attracting diverse marine species, including sand tiger sharks, sea turtles, rays, and large schools of fish. Despite its ominous name, the waters are surprisingly clear (50-100 feet viz in summer) and warm thanks to the Gulf stream, making for excellent diving conditions.

Ask about our specialty certification options!

Enjoy your stay at the quaint and lovely Beaufort Harbour Suites.

**If paying with credit card there will be service fee at check out, to avoid this you may pay directly with a bank account.

Diving the Graveyard of the Atlantic

Diving the Graveyard of the Atlantic is like exploring a living museum beneath the sea. This stretch of North Carolina’s coast is home to hundreds of historic shipwrecks, from centuries-old schooners to World War II vessels, each teeming with marine life. Clear waters and dramatic wreck structures create an unforgettable experience for divers, offering both a glimpse into maritime history and thrilling encounters with sharks, rays, and schools of vibrant fish. It’s a dive destination that combines adventure, history, and natural beauty all in one.

Highly Experienced Dive Professionals

Marilou Maglione has been leading trips to the Atlantic for decades. With thousands of logged dives, she is a highly qualified PADI dive instructor, trip leader and historian. Not only will you experience some of the best diving in the world, you will leave with a vast knowledge and background of the location and wrecks that you see while under the waves.

CJ Anson will be the assistant trip leader and is available to teach classes as well as specialties.

Cancellation Policy

  • More than 30 days prior to trip: 100% refund if spot is resold minus processing fee. 50% store credit if spot remains vacant.

  • 30 days or less prior to trip: No refunds available unless spot is filled.

  • No-shows: No refunds or credits issued.

Weather & Safety: Trips may be rescheduled or canceled at the captain’s discretion due to weather or sea conditions. If we cancel a trip for safety reasons, guests will receive the option of a full refund for missed days of diving, or credit toward a future trip. **Hotel reservations can not be refunded due to weather during trip dates. We watch the weather very closely, and if we believe the weekend will be blown out well in advance (such as a hurricane approaching), we will cancel the entire trip and provide full refunds. But this has to happen at least 5 days before the trip date begins.

Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect against unexpected changes to your plans.

Terms & Conditions

Please read our TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Note the cancellation policy for this trip is slightly revised from the one listed under the Terms and Conditions on the website.

What's included

3 days of diving

2 tank dives each day on the 18 passenger Outrageous V

Variety of sea life

National Geographic moments every time

Historic wrecks

WWI and WWII

Marilou Maglione

Trip leader with 30+ years of experience on these wrecks

Hotel accommodations

Beaufort Harbour Suites

What's not included

Tank/Air fills

Air 80 $17p/day Air 100 $21 p/day

Tank/Nitrox fills

Nitrox 80 $17 p/day - Nitrox 100 $21 p/day - Nitrox Steel $21 p/day

Weights

$6 p/day

Food

We offer self pay group dining each night for those interested

Trip Insurance

We highly recommend buying trip insurance.

Boat Fuel Charge

Paid Directly to Captain- $20 p/day

Dive Insurance

Required

Day 1

About your organizer

Fluvanna Dive Center is a little dive shop with big dreams. We know that experience matters, and it is evident in our staff, training and the services we provide. We believe that travel should be hassle free and full of encounters above and below the water. We are committed to providing you a relaxing escape, whether that is top side or under the waves. Welcome to our dive family.

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