

Best for beginner divers, 3-14m, boat entry, mild current.
Painted Walls is a vibrant reef site located at Salt Island in the British Virgin Islands. The site features colourful reef formations coating rock faces between 3 and 14 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners. Divers should exercise caution regarding sharp coral and surge, and remain aware of lionfish present within the reef structure. Night diving is permitted at this location.
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Watch where you place your hands and fins, as the reef surfaces and surrounding rocks are sharp and surge can push you unexpectedly close. Lionfish blend into the reef remarkably well, so scan carefully before reaching into any overhang or crack.
Located near Dead Chest Island. There is a mooring ball on the south side of the island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-14m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers may encounter French angelfish, rock beauty, green sea turtles, and Brazilian reef octopus. Lionfish are also present near the reef structure.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with a moderate depth range and mild currents.
The reef formations are located between 3 and 14 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site.
Divers should watch for sharp coral and surge, which can push you unexpectedly close to the reef. Additionally, be cautious of lionfish when scanning crevices or overhangs.
Diving at Painted Walls 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 Painted Walls in Road Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Painted Walls in Road Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Painted Walls in Road Town typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.