

Best for beginner divers, 2-9m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Jalousie Reef in Soufriere Bay is a reef and wall site featuring a drop-off. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 2 to 9 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, and currents are mild. Divers and snorkellers can access the site by boat or from the shore. Water temperatures remain warm, between 27C and 30C throughout the year. Hazards include deep water, sea urchins, and sharp coral. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, and various invertebrates such as spiny lobsters and spotted cleaner shrimp.
13.82057, -61.07682
Explore the crevices for elusive creatures like moray eels, reef crabs, and lobsters.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 9m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, and invertebrates like spiny lobsters, lettuce sea slugs, and spotted cleaner shrimp.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a manageable reef and wall environment with mild currents.
The site has a depth range of 2 to 9 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, Jalousie Reef is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Yes, Jalousie Reef allows for both shore and boat entries.
Diving at Jalousie Reef in Soufriere requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Jalousie Reef in Soufriere. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Jalousie Reef in Soufriere. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Jalousie Reef in Soufriere are January, February, March, April, May, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Jalousie Reef in Soufriere typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Jalousie Reef in Soufriere typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.