

Best for beginner divers, 4-8m, boat entry, mild current.
Don Cesar is a shallow wreck and reef site located 300 metres offshore in the St. George's Wrecks area of Grenada. Resting at depths between 4 and 8 metres, this site is well-suited for beginner divers. The wreck structure and surrounding reef provide a dual environment with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks present on the structure. Access to the site is by boat only, with typical dives lasting around 30 minutes. Species recorded around this area include various moray eels, lionfish, frogfish, and wrasses, alongside purple sea fans.
12.08470, -61.76560
Watch your buoyancy carefully near the wreck and reef edges, as sharp coral and rocks can cause cuts if you brush against them. Confirm current boat operator schedules and any available facilities before you travel, as these can change seasonally.
Trips depart from the Dive Grenada location on Grand Anse Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-8m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Year-round
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include spotted moray, green moray, chain moray, purplemouth moray, Indian lionfish, spotted scorpionfish, French angelfish, rock beauty, nurse shark, Brazilian reef octopus, great barracuda, wrasses, frogfish, and purple sea fans.
Yes, Don Cesar is considered suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth of 4 to 8 metres and mild currents.
The site lies at a depth of 4 to 8 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
No, a boat is required to reach this site, which is located 300 metres from the shore.
Given the shallow depth of 4 to 8 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling, though it is primarily managed as a dive site.
Diving at Don Cesar in St. George's requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Don Cesar in St. George's. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Don Cesar in St. George's are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Don Cesar in St. George's 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.
Don Cesar in St. George's typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Don Cesar in St. George's typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.