Antigua and Barbuda

Dive Sites in Antigua and Barbuda

• Cades Reef

  A barrier reef that runs parallel to the the south-west coast. It offers numerous dive spots with large amounts of soft corals such as sea fans as well as colorful marine life. More info»

• Shirley Heights

  Located off the southern coast, this site offers a variety of wildlife, including spadefish, eagle rays, turtles, dolphins, and more. Come here to take advantage of the great visibility and explore a spectacular terrain made of jagged cliffs, large boulders, coral buttresses and dropoffs. More info»

• Monkshead

  Monkshead is a coral passage home to garden eels, jacks and large stingrays. More info»

• Wreck of the Andes

  Come visit this freighter, which sank to the bottom of Deep Bay over a hundred years ago. Now 20 feet below water, the ship's hull displays brilliant red and orange sponges, plate corals, and an abundance of fish. Snorkeling and diving is best during the summer months. More info»

• Sunken Rock

  A site for experienced divers, Sunken Rock goes from 30 feet to a drop off of 150 feet. Swim amongst the barracuda, stingrays, and amberjack that are attracted to the numerous ledges and intricate coral fissures. More info»

• Diamond Marine Park

  This shallow barrier reef contains a mixture of canyons, small caves, and overhangs. It offers an amazing variety of marine life, including nurse sharks, lobster, conch, moray eels, and an array of tropical fish. Swim in shallow water or go to depths of up to 100 feet. More info»

• Wreck of the Jettias

  Bring a camera when visiting this large steamship, which sunk several miles off the northern Antigua coast in 1917. The ship now lies benath 25 feet of water and is best viewed during the summer. More info»