

Best for intermediate divers, 1-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Asta Reef is a versatile dive site located within Carlisle Bay Marine Park, offering a mix of reef and wreck topography. Divers typically access the site by boat, with depths ranging from 1m to 30m and an average depth of 15m. The site is often navigated as a drift dive, frequently concluding at the Friars Crag wreck when currents are active. Conditions are generally mild, though divers should be prepared for potential surge and deep sections. Visibility at the site typically spans 15m to 30m. Species recorded around this area include spotted moray, French angelfish, whiptail stingray, Atlantic tarpon, and various wrasses.
13.07338, -59.60049
This site is part of an expansive reef system along the South Coast that features a gradual slope with the shallower side facing land and the deeper side extending seaward.
Accessible via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include spotted moray, French angelfish, whiptail stingray, Atlantic tarpon, wrasses, and smooth trunkfish.
The site is rated for intermediate divers, as it involves drift diving and potential hazards such as deep sections, surge, and current.
The site ranges from 1m to 30m in depth, with an average depth of 15m.
A boat is required to access Asta Reef.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the reef are accessible, though boat access is required.
Diving at Asta Reef in Oistins requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Asta Reef in Oistins. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Asta Reef in Oistins are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Asta Reef in Oistins should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Asta Reef in Oistins typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Asta Reef in Oistins typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.