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DIVE SITES
1: CLARKE’S REEF
DEPTH OF REEF: 50-160FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 50-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This reef is inhabited by many tropical fish including a large number of yellow tail snappers, Creole Wrasse and Parrot Fish to mention a few. This reef is also frequented by the Atlantis Submarine, which sometimes circles the divers. The reef also has a large number of hard and soft corals adding to the color and beauty of the reef.
2: BELL BUOY
DEPTH OF REEF: 35-70FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 35-60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
This reef is almost round and is the home to all kinds of small tropical fish, including Chromis (brown and blue), Angelfish and Parrotfish. Because of its shallow depth there is almost always an abundance of light making it a great site for photographers. This reef also has a large number of Gorgonian trees.
3: SILVER BANK
DEPTH OF REEF: 45-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This reef is located inside of Clarke’s Reef and is also a bar reef. On this reef the divers may encounter the Atlantis Submarine, which visits this site. This reef is also home to many tropical fish like the Triggerfish, Snappers of all types and Groupers. Diving on this reef you may also encounter a few Mackerel or the Barracuda. This reef is full of beautiful coral and sponges adding to its beauty.
4: LORD COMBERMERE
DEPTH OF REEF: 60FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE TO INTERMEDIATE
All types of corals and sponges surround this 70ft wreck. It has become a haven for smaller fish like schools of Hatchet fish, which use the wreck as a shelter. You may also find a Barracuda hiding inside. Lobsters have also been seen on this wreck. As you move away onto the reef you encounter large schools of fish like Grunts, Black bars and Squirrelfish. If you are lucky you may also see a Turtle or Stingray in the area.
5: STAVRONIKITA
DEPTH OF WRECK: 20-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 100-130FT
SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED
The Stav as it is commonly known, starts at 20ft at the top of the fore mast which itself is covered with different corals and lots of Sergeant Majors. As you go down the mast you encounter groupers and snappers around the bottom of the mast. The wreck is well intact even though she has been down since 1978. This wreck can be dived in two ways, from the prop up through the ship with a maximum depth of 130ft, or along the deck and through the cabins with a maximum depth of 100ft. Lots of sponges and black coral have grown on her. By the prop you will see a lot of sea whips. It is raked as the number one wreck dive in the Caribbean.
6: STAV REEF
DEPTH OF REEF: 70-160FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 80-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
This reef runs just behind the wreck of the Stavronikita. It is home to Barracuda, Snapper and Cavalis. Spotted Morays and smaller tropical fish can be seen darting in and out of holes in the reef. Very nice coral and sponges.
7: FISHERMAN’S
DEPTH OF REEF: 65-160FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATED – ADVANCED
This reef is home to many tropical fish and covered with different coral, sponges and plants. There are usually large schools of chromis and Creole wrasse converging on the reef. Divers sometimes encounter turtles, barracudas and all kinds of snappers with the odd mackerel and cavalli.
8: VILLAGE
DEPTH OF REEF: 50-140FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
Some of the largest barrel sponges on the West Coast can be found on this reef. It is home to all kinds of fish and plant life. Lobsters, Turtles and Mackerel can usually be seen on this reef. Also all types of eels and the spiny lobsters
9: SANDY LANE
DEPTH OF REEF: 70-145FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
This reef got its name because of its location, directly off the Sandy Lane Hotel. Barracuda and other smaller tropical fish frequent this reef. Lobsters can also be found on this reef but they are usually hiding in the cracks of the reef.
10: BARRACUDA JUNCTION
DEPTH OF REEF: 65-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 65-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
From the name one can expect that you will almost always see Barracudas, but there is a lot more to look for. The corals and sponges have a variety of colors and add a lot of beauty to this reef. It is usually teaming with fish of all shapes, colors and sizes, like Chromis (brown and blue), Parrotfish and large numbers of Silver sides.
11: FOLKSTONE BARGE
DEPTH OF WRECK: 25FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 25FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE
Due to its shallow depth it is perfect for beginners to dive. The wreck sits in a sand patch and is surrounded by scattered coral and some large coral heads. The wreck is used as a feeding ground and has attracted a large number of Bermuda Chubb, which will eat out of your hand. After leaving the wreck and going on to the reef divers will notice the fish following them for a while. There is usually a large school of Horse eye jacks that frequent the area but they are not as tame as the Bermuda Chubb. You may even see a Turtle.
12: DOTTINS (SOUTH)
DEPTH OF REEF: 35-150FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 40-60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
Because of its shallow depth there is always a lot of light on this reef. The reef is almost always carpeted with Creole wrasse. Yellow tail snappers also frequent this reef, and the occasional Barracuda can also be seen on this reef. There is a small Turtle that lives on the reef and can almost always be seen swimming around. Great place for a night dive.
13: DOTTINS (NORTH)
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-120FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 40-50FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
This reef is a scattered reef, which means that there are sand patches on the reef. This is not a bad thing because in these sand patches one tends to find conch shells and the odd stingray. On this reef you also find Groupers, Snappers and different types of Grunts. As one dives south the reef comes closer together and the sand fades away making way for colorful corals and sponges, it has beautiful corals, barracuda, bar jacks, yellowtails and turtles can be found regularly on this dive. You can dive this site on more than one occasion and not be tired of it. One of the more popular of the dive sites on the west coast.
14: CHURCH POINT
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-170FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 50FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
Like Dottin’s (North) this is a scattered reef and is home to a lot of small fish like Black Durgeons, Chromes and Parrot Fish. There have been sightings of an occasional Stingray. There are some large coral heads, which are home to many fish that inhabit the reef.
15: ALLEN’S
DEPTH OF REEF: 65-190FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This reef is home to large schools of Barracuda and Snappers. This reef is also one of the few that still has Black Coral growing on it. While diving one may also come across Lobsters and an occasional Green Moray Eel.
16: TROPICANA
DEPTH OF REEF: 68-190FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This mysterious reef is always full of surprises. Divers may see Turtles, Black Jacks, Groupers and even if lucky a Nurse Shark. Despise its depth this reef is always colorful and well lit.
17: SPAWNY
DEPTH OF REEF: 50-180FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 50-70FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
To the North you will find finger coral mounds, barrel sponges and the reef starts to become scattered, to the South of the reef there are all kinds of plants and coral. This reef is known for its Turtles. French and Queen Angles can also be seen.
18: GREAT LEDGE
DEPTH OF REEF: 55-140FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 55-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
Despite its depth there is always a lot of light and color on this reef. It has a large selection of plant and coral life. This reef is usually frequented by Barracuda, Mackerel, and Atlantic Spade fish and is also home to a large number of tropical fish.
19: BRIGHT LEDGE
DEPTH OF REEF: 55-140FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 55-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
One of the most colorful reefs on the west coast. Full of all types of sponges, soft and hard corals. Abundant reef fish with big pelagic fish coming onto the reef to feed. It also has lots of shellfish like Crabs and Lobsters. You can also see many Eels and Turtles.
20: PAMIR WRECK
DEPTH OF WRECK: 20-60FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 30-60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – ADVANCED
This wreck was sunk in 1983 for the purpose for divers. Designed for divers to explore without any difficulty. Easy ways in and around the wreck, which makes it easy for the novice divers. An abundant growth and fish life. Truly a great wreck dive.
21: PAYNES BAY:
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-50FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 35-50FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – ADVANCED
Shallow patch reef, good for novices. This reef has big coral heads, lots of small tropical fish, usually done after Victors or Stavronikita as a second dive.
22: JOHNSONS:
DEPTH OF REEF: 70-80FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 75-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED
A typical west coast reef, well worth a dive as the corals remain as beautiful as ever harboring all the small reef creatures often missed when you are concentrating on not missing bigger fish. Abundant with soft corals, barrel sponges, tube sponges, and a large variety of schooling tropical fish, barracudas, turtles, parrot fish, and much more. Very consistent conditions make this a popular dive site.
23: CLARKES BANK:
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 40-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
Good dive site, lots of horse-eye, eels & barracudas. Location of the Atlantis Submarine Dives, you may even get to see the Submarine on some dives.
1: BERWIND: Carlisle Bay – 25ft. == A 70ft long World War French Tugboat sunk in 1919.
2: CE-TREK: Carlisle Bay – 45ft. == The Ce-Trek a derelict boat constructed of cement was sunk in January 1986 and has attracted lots of marine life.
3: EILLON: Carlisle Bay – 55ft. == A 110ft freighter sunk 8th June -1996 to form part of Carlisle Bay Marine Park. The ship was a former drug boat, and was tied up for 6 years. The wreck is easily accessible for penetration.
4: BAJAN QUEEN: Carlisle Bay – 40ft. == She was Barbados first tug boat called the “Pelican” when the Bridgetown Harbor was being constructed in the 1960’s. One decade later, as more modern tugboats were purchased; the Bajan Queen was converted into a “Party Boat” which holds many memories for thousands of Barbadians. She was sunk on 19th May - 2002. She is already started to become a home to many tropical fish.
5: CORNWALLIS: Carlisle Bay – 15ft. == A Canadian freighter sunk by a torpedo from a German U-boat during World War II. This wreck was relocated to this Marine Reserve on 22nd October - 2000 because it was lying in a high traffic area and was suffering anchor damage.
6: BARGE: Carlisle Bay – 10ft. == A Naval Landing Barge found in Carlisle Bay great for snorkeling.
These six (6) wrecks above can be visited on the same dive, a very good first dive for beginners, re-entry divers, photographers and night dives. Lots of tropical fish and marine life concentrated on these wrecks. Frog Fish and Sea Horses are often seen on this dive. Lots of old anchors and cannons litter the bottom.
7: BOTTLE GROUND: Carlisle Bay 45ft – 100ft. == This area was anchorage for wooden sailing vessels and the bottom is littered in 18th & 19th century bottles. Lots of interesting marine life can be found here.
8: OLD FORT: Off Needhams Point - 30ft – 90ft. == Shallow barrier reef, lots of small fish life, cannon balls and antique bottles found on this reef. Great for a drift dive.
9: THE DEEP: A Break off from Castle Bank - 60ft – 130ft. == Deep reef dive, lots of fish life, good photography and a good drift dive.
10: LOBSTER REEF: Off Drill Hall - 30ft – 80ft. == Inner reef, can be done in combination with Friar’s Craig as a drift dive, good marine life, occasional sightings of stingrays.
11: FRIAR’S CRAIG: Off Asta Hotel – 30ft – 90ft. == A 170ft freighter sunk 2ndJuly - 1985 after 10 years at anchor in Carlisle Bay. Lots of bottom growth, has broken into three (3) pieces due to a lot of surge.
12: ASTA REEF: This reef is done as a combination dive with Friar’s Craig. Lots of marine life including snappers, barracudas, angel fish & stingrays, great for photography.
13: CASTLE BANK: Off Drill Hall – 50ft – 120ft. == Barrier reef slow drop off either side of the reef, great for macro photography (lots of Barracuda).
14: CARLENES: Off Coconut Court – 80ft – 100ft == On this drift dive you usually see turtles, barracudas with lots of marine life.
15: FORK REEF: Off Hastings – 60ft – 120ft == Barrier reef, drop off on both sides of the reef, lots of barracudas, snapper and cavalea.
16: PIECES OF EIGHT: Hastings – 40ft – 60ft. == Lots of fish (snappers, small groupers and parrot fish) and marine life. This is an excellent drift dive and good for photography.
17: ACCRA: Off Rockley Beach – 20ft – 60ft. == Shallow reef dive good for novice divers and photographers. Regular sightings of large schools of Bermuda Chubs on this dive.
18: CARIBBEE REEF: Off Caribbee Hotel – 60ft – 120ft. == Barrier reef great dive for all types of photography, lots of marine life. A drift dive.
19: BOOT: Off Sandy Beach – 40ft – 80ft. == Nice drift dive, lots of turtles to be seen on this dive, regular sightings of Eagle Rays. Good marine life, small derelict Coast Guard boat sunk here.
20: THE MUFF: Off Worthing – 60ft – 130ft. == Virgin reef, great fish life (horse-eyes, blackjacks and barracudas) excellent for photography. Home of the famous sponge.
21: MOUNT CHARLIE: Off Dover – 70ft – 120ft. == Deep reef dive, outer barrier reef, lots of marine life, turtles, snapper, horseye, and barracuda. An excellent dive for photography.
22: HIGHWIRE: Off Dover – 70ft – 120ft. == This reef is between Mount Charlie and Close Encounters. There are underwater cables that are suspended over this reef. Plenty of small creatures can be found good location for photography.
23: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS: Off Dover – 40ft – 80ft. == Inner reef that is good for feeding fish and interacting with stingrays, lots of marine life. This reef also has underwater cables passing over it.
24: EAST COAST: Consett Bay to Bathsheba – 30ft – 130ft. == On the Atlantic side of the island, there are about ten (10) different sites available depending on the weather conditions as seas are usually rough. Best times are in the summer months. Plenty of big fish including sharks can be seen here.
DEPTH OF REEF: 50-160FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 50-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This reef is inhabited by many tropical fish including a large number of yellow tail snappers, Creole Wrasse and Parrot Fish to mention a few. This reef is also frequented by the Atlantis Submarine, which sometimes circles the divers. The reef also has a large number of hard and soft corals adding to the color and beauty of the reef.
2: BELL BUOY
DEPTH OF REEF: 35-70FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 35-60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
This reef is almost round and is the home to all kinds of small tropical fish, including Chromis (brown and blue), Angelfish and Parrotfish. Because of its shallow depth there is almost always an abundance of light making it a great site for photographers. This reef also has a large number of Gorgonian trees.
3: SILVER BANK
DEPTH OF REEF: 45-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This reef is located inside of Clarke’s Reef and is also a bar reef. On this reef the divers may encounter the Atlantis Submarine, which visits this site. This reef is also home to many tropical fish like the Triggerfish, Snappers of all types and Groupers. Diving on this reef you may also encounter a few Mackerel or the Barracuda. This reef is full of beautiful coral and sponges adding to its beauty.
4: LORD COMBERMERE
DEPTH OF REEF: 60FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE TO INTERMEDIATE
All types of corals and sponges surround this 70ft wreck. It has become a haven for smaller fish like schools of Hatchet fish, which use the wreck as a shelter. You may also find a Barracuda hiding inside. Lobsters have also been seen on this wreck. As you move away onto the reef you encounter large schools of fish like Grunts, Black bars and Squirrelfish. If you are lucky you may also see a Turtle or Stingray in the area.
5: STAVRONIKITA
DEPTH OF WRECK: 20-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 100-130FT
SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED
The Stav as it is commonly known, starts at 20ft at the top of the fore mast which itself is covered with different corals and lots of Sergeant Majors. As you go down the mast you encounter groupers and snappers around the bottom of the mast. The wreck is well intact even though she has been down since 1978. This wreck can be dived in two ways, from the prop up through the ship with a maximum depth of 130ft, or along the deck and through the cabins with a maximum depth of 100ft. Lots of sponges and black coral have grown on her. By the prop you will see a lot of sea whips. It is raked as the number one wreck dive in the Caribbean.
6: STAV REEF
DEPTH OF REEF: 70-160FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 80-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
This reef runs just behind the wreck of the Stavronikita. It is home to Barracuda, Snapper and Cavalis. Spotted Morays and smaller tropical fish can be seen darting in and out of holes in the reef. Very nice coral and sponges.
7: FISHERMAN’S
DEPTH OF REEF: 65-160FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATED – ADVANCED
This reef is home to many tropical fish and covered with different coral, sponges and plants. There are usually large schools of chromis and Creole wrasse converging on the reef. Divers sometimes encounter turtles, barracudas and all kinds of snappers with the odd mackerel and cavalli.
8: VILLAGE
DEPTH OF REEF: 50-140FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
Some of the largest barrel sponges on the West Coast can be found on this reef. It is home to all kinds of fish and plant life. Lobsters, Turtles and Mackerel can usually be seen on this reef. Also all types of eels and the spiny lobsters
9: SANDY LANE
DEPTH OF REEF: 70-145FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
This reef got its name because of its location, directly off the Sandy Lane Hotel. Barracuda and other smaller tropical fish frequent this reef. Lobsters can also be found on this reef but they are usually hiding in the cracks of the reef.
10: BARRACUDA JUNCTION
DEPTH OF REEF: 65-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 65-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
From the name one can expect that you will almost always see Barracudas, but there is a lot more to look for. The corals and sponges have a variety of colors and add a lot of beauty to this reef. It is usually teaming with fish of all shapes, colors and sizes, like Chromis (brown and blue), Parrotfish and large numbers of Silver sides.
11: FOLKSTONE BARGE
DEPTH OF WRECK: 25FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 25FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE
Due to its shallow depth it is perfect for beginners to dive. The wreck sits in a sand patch and is surrounded by scattered coral and some large coral heads. The wreck is used as a feeding ground and has attracted a large number of Bermuda Chubb, which will eat out of your hand. After leaving the wreck and going on to the reef divers will notice the fish following them for a while. There is usually a large school of Horse eye jacks that frequent the area but they are not as tame as the Bermuda Chubb. You may even see a Turtle.
12: DOTTINS (SOUTH)
DEPTH OF REEF: 35-150FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 40-60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
Because of its shallow depth there is always a lot of light on this reef. The reef is almost always carpeted with Creole wrasse. Yellow tail snappers also frequent this reef, and the occasional Barracuda can also be seen on this reef. There is a small Turtle that lives on the reef and can almost always be seen swimming around. Great place for a night dive.
13: DOTTINS (NORTH)
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-120FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 40-50FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
This reef is a scattered reef, which means that there are sand patches on the reef. This is not a bad thing because in these sand patches one tends to find conch shells and the odd stingray. On this reef you also find Groupers, Snappers and different types of Grunts. As one dives south the reef comes closer together and the sand fades away making way for colorful corals and sponges, it has beautiful corals, barracuda, bar jacks, yellowtails and turtles can be found regularly on this dive. You can dive this site on more than one occasion and not be tired of it. One of the more popular of the dive sites on the west coast.
14: CHURCH POINT
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-170FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 50FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – INTERMEDIATE
Like Dottin’s (North) this is a scattered reef and is home to a lot of small fish like Black Durgeons, Chromes and Parrot Fish. There have been sightings of an occasional Stingray. There are some large coral heads, which are home to many fish that inhabit the reef.
15: ALLEN’S
DEPTH OF REEF: 65-190FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This reef is home to large schools of Barracuda and Snappers. This reef is also one of the few that still has Black Coral growing on it. While diving one may also come across Lobsters and an occasional Green Moray Eel.
16: TROPICANA
DEPTH OF REEF: 68-190FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 70-90FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
This mysterious reef is always full of surprises. Divers may see Turtles, Black Jacks, Groupers and even if lucky a Nurse Shark. Despise its depth this reef is always colorful and well lit.
17: SPAWNY
DEPTH OF REEF: 50-180FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 50-70FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE
To the North you will find finger coral mounds, barrel sponges and the reef starts to become scattered, to the South of the reef there are all kinds of plants and coral. This reef is known for its Turtles. French and Queen Angles can also be seen.
18: GREAT LEDGE
DEPTH OF REEF: 55-140FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 55-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
Despite its depth there is always a lot of light and color on this reef. It has a large selection of plant and coral life. This reef is usually frequented by Barracuda, Mackerel, and Atlantic Spade fish and is also home to a large number of tropical fish.
19: BRIGHT LEDGE
DEPTH OF REEF: 55-140FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 55-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
One of the most colorful reefs on the west coast. Full of all types of sponges, soft and hard corals. Abundant reef fish with big pelagic fish coming onto the reef to feed. It also has lots of shellfish like Crabs and Lobsters. You can also see many Eels and Turtles.
20: PAMIR WRECK
DEPTH OF WRECK: 20-60FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 30-60FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – ADVANCED
This wreck was sunk in 1983 for the purpose for divers. Designed for divers to explore without any difficulty. Easy ways in and around the wreck, which makes it easy for the novice divers. An abundant growth and fish life. Truly a great wreck dive.
21: PAYNES BAY:
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-50FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 35-50FT
SKILL LEVEL: NOVICE – ADVANCED
Shallow patch reef, good for novices. This reef has big coral heads, lots of small tropical fish, usually done after Victors or Stavronikita as a second dive.
22: JOHNSONS:
DEPTH OF REEF: 70-80FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 75-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED
A typical west coast reef, well worth a dive as the corals remain as beautiful as ever harboring all the small reef creatures often missed when you are concentrating on not missing bigger fish. Abundant with soft corals, barrel sponges, tube sponges, and a large variety of schooling tropical fish, barracudas, turtles, parrot fish, and much more. Very consistent conditions make this a popular dive site.
23: CLARKES BANK:
DEPTH OF REEF: 30-130FT
DEPTH OF DIVE: 40-80FT
SKILL LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED
Good dive site, lots of horse-eye, eels & barracudas. Location of the Atlantis Submarine Dives, you may even get to see the Submarine on some dives.
SOUTH COAST DIVE SITES
Schedule dives to the South Coast.
Schedule dives to the South Coast.
1: BERWIND: Carlisle Bay – 25ft. == A 70ft long World War French Tugboat sunk in 1919.
2: CE-TREK: Carlisle Bay – 45ft. == The Ce-Trek a derelict boat constructed of cement was sunk in January 1986 and has attracted lots of marine life.
3: EILLON: Carlisle Bay – 55ft. == A 110ft freighter sunk 8th June -1996 to form part of Carlisle Bay Marine Park. The ship was a former drug boat, and was tied up for 6 years. The wreck is easily accessible for penetration.
4: BAJAN QUEEN: Carlisle Bay – 40ft. == She was Barbados first tug boat called the “Pelican” when the Bridgetown Harbor was being constructed in the 1960’s. One decade later, as more modern tugboats were purchased; the Bajan Queen was converted into a “Party Boat” which holds many memories for thousands of Barbadians. She was sunk on 19th May - 2002. She is already started to become a home to many tropical fish.
5: CORNWALLIS: Carlisle Bay – 15ft. == A Canadian freighter sunk by a torpedo from a German U-boat during World War II. This wreck was relocated to this Marine Reserve on 22nd October - 2000 because it was lying in a high traffic area and was suffering anchor damage.
6: BARGE: Carlisle Bay – 10ft. == A Naval Landing Barge found in Carlisle Bay great for snorkeling.
These six (6) wrecks above can be visited on the same dive, a very good first dive for beginners, re-entry divers, photographers and night dives. Lots of tropical fish and marine life concentrated on these wrecks. Frog Fish and Sea Horses are often seen on this dive. Lots of old anchors and cannons litter the bottom.
7: BOTTLE GROUND: Carlisle Bay 45ft – 100ft. == This area was anchorage for wooden sailing vessels and the bottom is littered in 18th & 19th century bottles. Lots of interesting marine life can be found here.
8: OLD FORT: Off Needhams Point - 30ft – 90ft. == Shallow barrier reef, lots of small fish life, cannon balls and antique bottles found on this reef. Great for a drift dive.
9: THE DEEP: A Break off from Castle Bank - 60ft – 130ft. == Deep reef dive, lots of fish life, good photography and a good drift dive.
10: LOBSTER REEF: Off Drill Hall - 30ft – 80ft. == Inner reef, can be done in combination with Friar’s Craig as a drift dive, good marine life, occasional sightings of stingrays.
11: FRIAR’S CRAIG: Off Asta Hotel – 30ft – 90ft. == A 170ft freighter sunk 2ndJuly - 1985 after 10 years at anchor in Carlisle Bay. Lots of bottom growth, has broken into three (3) pieces due to a lot of surge.
12: ASTA REEF: This reef is done as a combination dive with Friar’s Craig. Lots of marine life including snappers, barracudas, angel fish & stingrays, great for photography.
13: CASTLE BANK: Off Drill Hall – 50ft – 120ft. == Barrier reef slow drop off either side of the reef, great for macro photography (lots of Barracuda).
14: CARLENES: Off Coconut Court – 80ft – 100ft == On this drift dive you usually see turtles, barracudas with lots of marine life.
15: FORK REEF: Off Hastings – 60ft – 120ft == Barrier reef, drop off on both sides of the reef, lots of barracudas, snapper and cavalea.
16: PIECES OF EIGHT: Hastings – 40ft – 60ft. == Lots of fish (snappers, small groupers and parrot fish) and marine life. This is an excellent drift dive and good for photography.
17: ACCRA: Off Rockley Beach – 20ft – 60ft. == Shallow reef dive good for novice divers and photographers. Regular sightings of large schools of Bermuda Chubs on this dive.
18: CARIBBEE REEF: Off Caribbee Hotel – 60ft – 120ft. == Barrier reef great dive for all types of photography, lots of marine life. A drift dive.
19: BOOT: Off Sandy Beach – 40ft – 80ft. == Nice drift dive, lots of turtles to be seen on this dive, regular sightings of Eagle Rays. Good marine life, small derelict Coast Guard boat sunk here.
20: THE MUFF: Off Worthing – 60ft – 130ft. == Virgin reef, great fish life (horse-eyes, blackjacks and barracudas) excellent for photography. Home of the famous sponge.
21: MOUNT CHARLIE: Off Dover – 70ft – 120ft. == Deep reef dive, outer barrier reef, lots of marine life, turtles, snapper, horseye, and barracuda. An excellent dive for photography.
22: HIGHWIRE: Off Dover – 70ft – 120ft. == This reef is between Mount Charlie and Close Encounters. There are underwater cables that are suspended over this reef. Plenty of small creatures can be found good location for photography.
23: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS: Off Dover – 40ft – 80ft. == Inner reef that is good for feeding fish and interacting with stingrays, lots of marine life. This reef also has underwater cables passing over it.
24: EAST COAST: Consett Bay to Bathsheba – 30ft – 130ft. == On the Atlantic side of the island, there are about ten (10) different sites available depending on the weather conditions as seas are usually rough. Best times are in the summer months. Plenty of big fish including sharks can be seen here.