

Best for beginner divers, 11-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Kathryn and Caverns in Ocho Rios offers a diverse underwater experience combining a wreck, artificial reef, and natural cavern formations. Located at depths of 11 to 15 metres, the site is suitable for beginner divers, with mild currents providing manageable conditions. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the structures. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is by boat only. Divers should exercise caution around the cavern walls and wreck edges to avoid sharp coral and metal. Always use a delayed surface marker buoy during ascent due to potential boat traffic in the area.
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Watch for boat traffic on ascent and always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy, as the site is accessed by boat and vessels may not expect divers nearby. Stay clear of the cavern walls and wreck edges, as sharp coral and metal can catch fins and gauges without warning.
Boat access is required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
11-15m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, as the mild currents keep conditions manageable while exploring the varied terrain.
The depth at Kathryn and Caverns ranges from 11 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Hazards include boat traffic, potential entanglement, and sharp coral or metal edges on the wreck and cavern walls.
The site is primarily a dive location accessed by boat, and the depth profile is designed for scuba diving activities.
Diving at Kathryn and Caverns in Ocho Rios requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kathryn and Caverns in Ocho Rios. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Kathryn and Caverns in Ocho Rios 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.
Kathryn and Caverns in Ocho Rios typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kathryn and Caverns in Ocho Rios typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.