

Best for beginner divers, 2-3m, boat entry, mild current.
Deep Sea Quest, located between French Harbour and Sandy Bay, offers a shallow dive experience ranging from 2 to 3 metres. This site features a combination of natural reef, artificial structures, and a cave. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C throughout the year. Marine life commonly recorded here includes Indian Lionfish, Blue Tang, Stoplight Parrotfish, and various wrasses. Less frequently, divers may encounter Spotted Moray, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Queen Angelfish, and Caribbean Spiny Lobster. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners. Full facilities including showers and rinse stations are available nearby.
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Because the site is year-round and beginner-friendly, boat trips can fill quickly during peak holiday periods, so book your space at least a day ahead. Full facilities including showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station are available, so you can pack your gear bag light.
Dive sites are accessible via shore or boat from hubs like Coxen Hole or West End.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 3m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Common sightings include Indian Lionfish, Blue Tang, Stoplight Parrotfish, and wrasses. You may also encounter Spotted Moray, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Queen Angelfish, and Caribbean Spiny Lobster.
Yes, the site is beginner-friendly with shallow depths of 2 to 3 metres and mild currents.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging from 2 to 3 metres.
Deep Sea Quest requires boat access.
Given the shallow depth of 2 to 3 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling, though it is primarily a boat-accessed dive site.
Diving at Deep Sea Quest in Coxen Hole requires the following certifications: Open Water Diver. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Deep Sea Quest in Coxen Hole. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Deep Sea Quest in Coxen Hole. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Deep Sea Quest in Coxen Hole typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Deep Sea Quest in Coxen Hole typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.