New Jersey Wreck Dive - Algol

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New Jersey Wreck Dive - Algol
USS Algol Wreck
Aug 16, 2025
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$160

About your trip

Discover the thrill of diving the historic shipwrecks off the New Jersey coast—some of the most exciting and accessible wreck dives in the Northeast! From World War-era submarines to mysterious cargo ships, these sites are teeming with marine life and rich with history. Whether you're a seasoned wreck diver or looking to log your first real wreck adventure, our charter offers safe, guided access to top wrecks like the Stolt Dagali, Algol, and many more. Book your spot now and experience the unbeatable combination of Northeast diving, wreck exploration, and underwater discovery! 

USS Algol wreck details

The USS Algol was a US Navy Andromeda class attack transport that was intentionally sunk as part of an artificial reef project on November 22, 1991.
Name: Algol
Built: 1943 in Oakland CA (USA) - originally named "James Barnes"
Tonnage:  13,910 displacement tons , Length 459 ft., Beam 63 ft.
Max Crew (with Marines): 429, Wreck Depth: 70-145 ft.
Diving Certifications:
Advanced Open Water Required
Nitrox certification (and use) required

Additional Notes

This dive trip will leave the Point Pleasant Beach dock at 7:00am for the Algol which lies in 70-145 feet of water. *Please arrive at the dock at least 1 hour prior to departure (6:00am). Soft drinks included. Pack your own snacks/lunch

Recommended exposure protection
7mm Wetsuit OR Drysuit with hood and gloves.

Required Equipment
Fully redundant air source: Doubles or Pony bottle with regulator
SMB, Wreck Reel and Whistle

Travel & Dive Insurance

 Travel and Dive Accident Insurance are not included in the package; however, you can apply for them through our partner, the Divers Alert Network, via the links below:


DAN Travel Insurance

DAN Membership & Dive Insurance

What's not included

Scuba Gear

Customer must have complete set of scuba equipment with cylinders. No gear or gas is included.

Trip Insurance

Trip insurance is not included. Cancelled trips due to inclement weather are only refunded if trip is cancelled by Gypsy Blood Divers.

Dive Accident Insurance

Diving Accident insurance is required, but not included. All divers must have their own Diving Accident Insurance.

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