

Best for advanced divers, 3-25m, boat entry, strong current.
The Visibles is a drift dive located off Cooper Island in the British Virgin Islands. This site is characterised by strong currents that require advanced diving skills and careful planning, as diving is only possible when conditions permit. The topography reaches depths of 25 metres. Due to the significant water movement, the site supports a variety of marine life. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Atlantic tarpon, foureye butterfly fish, groupers, French angelfish, spotted moray, rock beauty, Indian lionfish, great barracuda, nurse shark, fairy basslet, queen angelfish, and the Brazilian reef octopus. Access to this site is exclusively by boat.
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The site is often skipped by operators in favour of more popular locations like Bronco Billy, The Chimney, and Coral Gardens.
Accessible by boat only. Located on the west side of Cockroach Island in the Dog Islands, approximately 12 minutes from Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, and 20 minutes from East End, Tortola.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Atlantic tarpon, foureye butterfly fish, groupers, French angelfish, spotted moray, rock beauty, Indian lionfish, great barracuda, nurse shark, fairy basslet, queen angelfish, and the Brazilian reef octopus.
No, The Visibles is rated for advanced divers due to the strong currents that frequently occur at this location.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 25 metres.
The Visibles is accessible only by boat.
This site is designated as a drift dive for advanced divers and is not suitable for snorkelling due to the strong currents and depth.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Visibles in Spanish Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit The Visibles in Spanish Town are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
The Visibles in Spanish Town can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at The Visibles in Spanish Town typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.