

Cable Reef is a marine dive site located in Little Bay, Sint Maarten, within the Man of War Shoal Marine Park. The site features a consistent depth of approximately 10 metres. Divers may encounter a variety of marine life, including uncommon sightings of French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Great Barracuda, Pacific Trumpetfish, and various groupers. Other species recorded at the site include Blue Tang, wrasses, Stoplight Parrotfish, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Rock Cod, Redband Parrotfish, French Grunt, Soldierfish, and Harlequin Bass. Water temperatures at this location range between 27C and 30C throughout the year, providing stable conditions for diving activities.
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Best lighting occurs during mid-morning, and a wide-angle lens is recommended for coral photography.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
10m
Visibility
10-40m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec
Divers may encounter French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Great Barracuda, Pacific Trumpetfish, groupers, Blue Tang, wrasses, Stoplight Parrotfish, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Rock Cod, Redband Parrotfish, French Grunt, Soldierfish, and Harlequin Bass.
The site has a consistent depth of approximately 10 metres.
With a shallow and consistent depth of 10 metres, the site is generally accessible for divers of various experience levels.
Yes, Cable Reef in Philipsburg is a boat-access-only dive site. You will need to book with a local dive operator or charter a boat to reach it.
Diving at Cable Reef in Philipsburg requires the following certifications: Intermediate. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cable Reef in Philipsburg. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Cable Reef in Philipsburg are January, February, March, April, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Cable Reef in Philipsburg typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.