Gypsy Blood Wreck Dives September 12, 2026 Asfalto
Join Get-N-Wet Scuba and Gypsy Blood for a day of two tank dives on the Asfalto, an artifact-rich wreck off Long Island's south shore, on September 12, 2026. $160.00 per diver.
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Gypsy Blood Wreck Dives — September 12, 2026
Asfalto Wreck — September 12, 2026 — 7:00am Departure
Join Get-N-Wet Scuba and Gypsy Blood for a fun-filled day of two tank dives on a New Jersey-departure wreck trip. $160.00 per diver. Does not include tanks, weights, bail out tank/regulator, BCD, wetsuit or dry suit, regulator set, hood, gloves, personal dive gear (mask, fins, snorkel, boots), food, travel, or tips. Rental equipment is available, and additional add-ons can be selected at checkout.
About the Asfalto Wreck
The Asfalto is one of the less-frequented wrecks off Long Island, New York's south shore. She sits in 95 feet of water 16 miles southwest of Jones Inlet, an area known as Wreck Valley. The Asfalto is an unidentified wreck, but she is thought by some to be a schooner barge that was sunk on March 12, 1932. She is approximately 300 feet long, has a 40-foot beam and a steel hull. Although not confirmed, it is also believed that there is a second wreck on the site, possibly the tug which was pulling the barge. This would make sense because many times a sinking barge would pull down the tug before the tow cable could be cut. Whether one wreck or two, the site is also known as the Cindy, Rudder, or X-Ray Wreck, depending on which dive captain you ask.
The Asfalto's remains are low-lying and scattered over a very large area. There are few easily distinguishable landmarks, so it's recommended that divers utilize dive reels for navigation. Inside her hull, divers will find all sorts of artifacts dating back to the late 1800s. Over the years, divers have brought up everything from bottles and china to silverware and even a ceramic spittoon. On most shipwrecks, divers must dig in order to find artifacts, but the Asfalto is literally filled with a seemingly unending supply of prized artifacts. If correct, the assumption is that the Asfalto is an old garbage barge that was most likely transporting garbage from New York City to an offshore dumping ground. What divers find is the non-biodegradable remains of what the barge had been transporting.
Bottles, silverware, ceramic pieces, and bone have remained in near-perfect condition, unharmed after over 60 years of immersion in the powerful Atlantic. Note that the bottom composition here is very silty. This silt can and quickly does get kicked up by divers digging on or exploring the wreck, and visibility can be temporarily reduced to near zero almost instantly. This is just one reason why good navigational skills are key to becoming a good wreck diver. Marine life on the site is also quite abundant, but for divers, the Asfalto's main attraction is her abundance of artifacts. This wreck is so productive that it's not at all uncommon for divers to find an entire bottle collection in a single dive.
The Asfalto may not be as well known or as popular as some of Wreck Valley's larger, more historical wrecks, but she is certainly one of the most productive bottle dives on the East Coast.
Diving & Certification Requirements
- Advanced Open Water or higher
- 30 logged dives minimum
- Cold water diving experience
- Low visibility diving experience
- Less than 6 months since last dive (if longer, a cold water scuba skills update is required)
What's Not Included
- Tanks
- Weights
- Bail out tank/regulator
- BCD
- Wetsuit or dry suit
- Regulator set
- Hood
- Gloves
- Personal dive gear (mask, fins, snorkel, boots)
- Food, travel, and tips
Rental equipment is available. See add-ons at checkout.
Departure Details
Be at the dock no later than 6:15am. Departure is at 7:00am sharp.
Gypsy Blood Divers
311 Channel Drive
Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
Review the full required equipment checklist before the trip.
What Divers Say About Traveling With Get-N-Wet Scuba
No reviews have been submitted for this specific Gypsy Blood trip yet. Here's what past travelers have said about diving with Get-N-Wet Scuba on other trips:
"Trip of a lifetime! Rick and the Get N Wet team were wonderful and the rest of the group was a blast. The Aggressor III crew was top notch as well. I highly recommend for your future travel considerations."
— Donald P, Galapagos Aggressor III Liveaboard
"Trip of a lifetime with an amazing group of divers. Logistics were well planned and executed. I was impressed with the number of classes offered and experience of dive team. I'm already signed up for my next adventure."
— Steven K, Galapagos Aggressor III Liveaboard
"I had a great time diving with Rick and Andrew and everyone else at Get-N-Wet. The Galapagos were amazing and Aggressor provided good guides, food and accommodations."
— Nate S, Galapagos Aggressor III Liveaboard
"We had a blast on this trip!! The staff were amazing and took exceptional customer service to the stratosphere!!"
— Lloyd R, Bahamas Liveaboard
FAQ
When is the Gypsy Blood trip and what's the cost?
The trip runs September 12, 2026, with a 7:00am departure. Cost is $160.00 per diver.
What certification and experience do I need?
Advanced Open Water or higher, a minimum of 30 logged dives, cold water and low visibility diving experience, and a dive within the last 6 months. If it's been longer than 6 months since your last dive, a cold water scuba skills update is required.
What's included in the price?
The $160.00 price covers two tank dives on the Asfalto wreck. It does not include tanks, weights, bail out tank/regulator, BCD, wetsuit or dry suit, regulator set, hood, gloves, personal dive gear, food, travel, or tips.
Can I rent gear for this trip?
Yes, rental equipment is available. Add-ons can be selected at checkout.
What time do I need to be at the dock?
Be at the dock no later than 6:15am. The boat departs at 7:00am from Gypsy Blood Divers, 311 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742.
What will we find on the Asfalto?
The Asfalto is known for its abundance of artifacts, including bottles, china, silverware, and other items dating back to the late 1800s. It sits in 95 feet of water off Long Island's south shore.
