

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Great Dog is a boat-accessible site located off Cooper Island, featuring a combination of natural and artificial reef structures. The site is suitable for beginner divers, with depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres and an average depth of 14 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 5 and 16 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. Navigation can be disorienting due to the mix of reef types, so staying close to a guide is recommended. Divers should exercise caution around sharp coral and be aware of boat traffic near the surface.
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This is a boat-only site, so confirm pick-up and drop-off logistics with your operator before you go, as there are no nearby facilities to fall back on. Stick close to your guide on your first visit, as the mix of natural and artificial reef can make navigation a little disorienting until you know the layout.
The Dogs are accessible by boat, with day-use mooring balls available for sailors.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
5-16m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is considered a comfortable choice for newly certified open water divers due to the shallow depth range and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Great Dog is a boat-only site. You must confirm pick-up and drop-off logistics with your operator as there are no facilities at the site.
Divers should watch for boat traffic near the surface, be aware of entanglement risks around artificial structures, and avoid contact with sharp coral.
Diving at Great Dog 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 Great Dog in Spanish Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Great Dog in Spanish Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Great Dog in Spanish Town typically ranges from 5 metres to 16 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.