

Best for intermediate divers, 7-9m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tip of Scrub is a reef site located 500 metres off Cooper Island in the British Virgin Islands. The site features an average depth of 8 metres, ranging between 7 and 9 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents and surge. Hazards include potential entanglement, strong currents, and the presence of sharks. Visibility at this location typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Flamingo Tongue, Atlantic Tarpon, Stoplight Parrotfish, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Indian Lionfish, Nurse Shark, French Angelfish, Spotted Moray, Rock Beauty, Queen Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, and Brazilian Reef Octopus.
18.47207, -64.50207
From the mooring, head east to the ledge system.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-9m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Flamingo Tongue, Atlantic Tarpon, Stoplight Parrotfish, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Indian Lionfish, Nurse Shark, French Angelfish, Spotted Moray, Rock Beauty, Queen Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, and Brazilian Reef Octopus.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and surge conditions.
The site has an average depth of 8 metres, with a range of 7 to 9 metres.
This is a boat dive located 500 metres from the shore of Cooper Island.
Water temperatures range from 27C to 30C throughout the year, with visibility between 5 and 10 metres and moderate currents.
Diving at Tip of Scrub in Spanish Town requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tip of Scrub in Spanish Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Tip of Scrub in Spanish Town should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.