

Best for beginner divers, 4m, boat entry, mild current.
East End Reef is a shallow marine site located off New Providence, Bahamas. The reef maintains an average depth of approximately 4 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Conditions are generally mild, with water temperatures ranging from 25C to 30C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, wrasses, French Grunt, sergeants, Slippery Dick, goatfish, Atlantic Anemone, and various snails. Divers should note that these species are recorded at nearby sites and are not confirmed sightings at this specific location.
25.03800, -77.23810
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Operates from a dock at Compass Point Dive Resort.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, wrasses, French Grunt, sergeants, Slippery Dick, goatfish, Atlantic Anemone, and snails.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow average depth of 4 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 4 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Given the shallow average depth of 4 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling, though it is primarily designated as a dive site.
Diving at East End Reef in East End, Grand Cayman requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at East End Reef in East End, Grand Cayman. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit East End Reef in East End, Grand Cayman are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at East End Reef in East End, Grand Cayman should be aware of sharks, lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
East End Reef in East End, Grand Cayman typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.