Scuba Diving Adventures at Roanoke Island Outfitters
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 full days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health, comfortable with swimming, and able to handle physical effort of multiple dives over two days.
Overview
Finish your open water scuba certification on North Carolina’s Outer Banks with Roanoke Island Outfitters. Dive in a nearby training quarry and top off your experience with a beach dive to a legendary shipwreck.
Adventure Tips
Bring Your Own Personal Dive Gear
While tanks and regulators are provided, ensure you have your mask, snorkel, fins, boots, and gloves (available for purchase) for comfort and safety.
Prepare for Two Days of Diving
The course requires availability over two separate days; plan transportation accordingly to follow the group to the quarry dive site.
Practice Neutral Buoyancy in the Quarry
Use the clear, calm quarry waters to hone your buoyancy skills before ocean diving at the shipwreck site.
Check Weather and Current Conditions
Outer Banks weather can change quickly; verify sea conditions before your beach dive to the shipwreck for a safer experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Atlantic horseshoe crabs
- Colorful reef fish like sheepshead and blennies
History
Roanoke Island is famous for its role in early English colonization attempts dating back to the late 16th century.
Conservation
Roanoke Island Outfitters emphasizes sustainable diving practices, encouraging divers to avoid contact with fragile shipwrecks and marine habitats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask, Snorkel, Fins
Personal equipment ensures the best fit and comfort during dives.
Dive Boots
Protects feet during entry and exit, especially on rocky shorelines.
Gloves
Required for protection; must be brought or bought onsite as rentals are unavailable.
Wetsuit (3mm or thicker)
Keeps divers warm in cooler Outer Banks water temperatures.
spring|fall|winter specific