

Best for beginner divers, 4-42m, shore entry, mild current.
Anse Chastanet Reef in Soufriere Bay offers a diverse underwater topography featuring a reef, wall, and cavern system. Located just 10 metres from the shore, this site is suitable for beginners and accessible via a shore entry. Divers can explore depths ranging from 4 to 42 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility between 10 and 30 metres and water temperatures consistently between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius. The site supports night diving and provides full facilities including a dive shop, equipment rental, and rinse stations. Hazards to be aware of include jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, strong currents, and thermoclines.
13.86470, -61.08600
The shore dive on Anse Chastanet Reef is required as an orientation dive for guests participating in boat diving.
Located directly on Anse Chastanet beach, one and a half miles from the town of Soufriere.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-42m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 4 to 42 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Anse Chastanet Reef is a shore entry site located 10 metres from the beach.
Divers should watch for jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, strong currents, and thermoclines.
Yes, the site features parking, toilets, a dive shop, air fills, equipment rental, guided tours, gear storage, a cafe, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station.
Diving at Anse Chastanet Reef in Soufriere requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Anse Chastanet Reef in Soufriere. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Anse Chastanet Reef in Soufriere. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Anse Chastanet Reef in Soufriere typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Anse Chastanet Reef in Soufriere typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.