

Best for beginner divers, 5-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Aquarium is a shallow reef dive located 500 metres off Cooper Island in the British Virgin Islands. With depths ranging from 5 to 10 metres and an average of 8 metres, this site is well-suited for beginner divers. The topography features caves and swim-through structures, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Boat access is required for this site, which typically offers 45-minute dives. Water temperatures remain warm, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include various angelfish, wrasses, groupers, and octopuses.
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Boat access is required, so arrange your operator in advance and confirm current facility availability locally before you go. Keep a close eye on your buoyancy throughout the dive as the shallow reef brings you near sharp coral, especially when any surge is present.
Located between The Baths and Spanish Town, in the southwest of Virgin Gorda.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-10m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include Queen Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Nurse Shark, Spotted Moray, Rock Beauty, French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Indian Lionfish, Brazilian Reef Octopus, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Flamingo Tongue, groupers, wrasses, and Blue Tang.
Yes, Aquarium is considered suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth and mild current.
The depth at Aquarium ranges from 5 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef structure may be accessible for snorkelling depending on your boat operator's policies.
Diving at Aquarium in Spanish Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Aquarium in Spanish Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Aquarium in Spanish Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Aquarium in Spanish Town typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.