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Dive from the sandy shores of Kill Devil Hills into a historic shipwreck teeming with marine life. This beach-level dive blends history and adventure for ocean lovers.
1–2 hours
challenging
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Dive from the sandy shores of Kill Devil Hills into a historic shipwreck teeming with marine life. This beach-level dive blends history and adventure for ocean lovers.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Strong swimming skills and comfort in ocean surf required
Wildlife
History
The Outer Banks’ maritime history is rich with shipwrecks from centuries of coastal trade and storms.
Conservation
Local dive operations promote responsible practices to protect fragile underwater habitats and reduce ocean impact.
Roanoke Island Outfitters and Dive Center
Dive from the sandy shores of Kill Devil Hills into a historic shipwreck teeming with marine life. This beach-level dive blends history and adventure for ocean lovers.
Roanoke Island Outfitters and Dive Center operates in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, offering comprehensive scuba instruction, guided dives, and equipment rental on the Outer Banks. The center provides a range of courses from introductory Try Scuba sessions and indoor Pool Refresher Courses to full Open Water Scuba Diver certification, referral dives, advanced specialties, and rescue training. Classroom instruction, pool sessions, and open-water dives in a private quarry are available for entry-level students, while specialty options include Nitrox training, Wreck Diver, and night and deep dives through the SDI and TDI curricula.
Certified instructors deliver guided beach wreck dives, quarry dives, and refresher diving with full equipment packages provided for many experiences. Try Scuba programs welcome participants ages 12 and up, and specialty courses set appropriate age requirements such as the wreck specialty. Refresher classes and guided dives support divers returning after a pause, and many courses culminate in certification cards upon completion.
The operation emphasizes safety, structured training standards, and practical skills practice in warm indoor pool settings before transitioning to open water. Equipment rental and delivery to the beach are offered to simplify logistics for guided wreck dives. Scheduling flexibility accommodates multi-day referral dives and multi-session certifications. Locals and visiting divers choose Roanoke Island Outfitters and Dive Center for Outer Banks scuba training, guided wreck exploration, Nitrox instruction, and practical refresher services in Kill Devil Hills. Booking options include single sessions, multi-day referral packages, and tailored schedules to accommodate visiting students and local divers alike seasonally and year-round.
Location
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Outer Banks scuba hub
Min Age
Ages 12+
Try Scuba entry point
Courses Offered
11
Wide range of scuba training
Dive Sites
Pool, Quarry, Beach Wrecks
Indoor and open-water options
Book Try Scuba, pool refreshers, open-water certification, Nitrox, or guided wreck dives — gear and instructor guidance available.
Check ocean conditions before diving
Currents and surf can be strong; always confirm safety with guides prior to entry.
Arrive early for tide timing
Low to mid tide offers the clearest visibility and safest descent to the wreck.
Use properly fitting gear
Well-fitted masks and fins improve underwater control amidst waves and currents.
Stay with the group
Never dive alone; instructors monitor group safety in changing ocean conditions.
Wetsuit
spring
Certified diving mask and fins
Critical for clear vision and control underwater.
Dive computer or depth gauge
Helps track depth and dive time safely.
Weight belt
Assists with buoyancy control in ocean currents.