

Best for beginner divers, 6-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Alice's Backside is a marine dive site located at Cooper Island in the British Virgin Islands. The site features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. It is suitable for beginner divers, with depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Access to this site is by boat only. Conditions are generally mild, with current described as mild. Water temperatures at the site fluctuate between 27C and 30C throughout the year, with the warmest temperatures occurring in September and October.
18.38520, -64.47780
There are only two mooring buoys at this site so getting here early is a plus.
Accessible by boat. No overnight anchorage is allowed at Ginger Island or Alice's Backside.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-18m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Yes, this site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 6 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Access to Alice's Backside is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 27C in the cooler months to 30C in September and October.
Diving at Alice's Backside in Road Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Alice's Backside in Road Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.