

Best for beginner divers, 7-23m, boat entry, mild current.
Sandy Island Garden is a diverse marine site located 800 metres offshore from St. George's, Grenada. This site features a combination of seagrass, reef, wall, and drift topography. Divers encounter soft corals on the reef top and shoulder, which transitions into a hard coral drop-off. Depths range from 7 to 23 metres, with mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of potential surge and overhead environments. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius.
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Approach resting green turtles slowly from the side rather than above to avoid triggering their flight response.
Boat access is required for this site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-23m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, May
The site reaches depths between 7 and 23 metres.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
Access to Sandy Island Garden is by boat only.
The best months to visit are January and May.
Divers should be mindful of surge and overhead environments at this site.
Diving at Sandy Island Garden in Carriacou requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sandy Island Garden in Carriacou. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Sandy Island Garden in Carriacou are January and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sandy Island Garden in Carriacou typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sandy Island Garden in Carriacou typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.