

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, boat entry, mild current.
The Boulders is a drift dive site in Mustique defined by large boulder formations that create a complex underwater landscape. Divers explore depths ranging from 12 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and features mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Due to the depth and the presence of sharks, this site is suited for intermediate to advanced divers. Typical dive times are approximately 50 minutes. Divers should exercise caution regarding boat traffic during entry and exit and use surface marker buoys for safety during drift dives.
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Because this is a boat-only site with no nearby town facilities, confirm that your operator carries surface marker buoys and that you deploy one at the end of every drift dive. The significant depth means you should plan your bottom time conservatively and watch your air more closely than you would on a shallower reef.
Done as mini-drifts.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
12-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Sharks are present at this site.
No, this site is intended for intermediate to advanced divers due to the depth and drift conditions.
The site ranges from 12 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 18 metres.
The Boulders is a boat-only site; a boat is required for access.
While the site is used for both diving and snorkelling, the depth and drift conditions make it more appropriate for experienced divers.
Diving at The Boulders in Port Elizabeth requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at The Boulders in Port Elizabeth. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The Boulders in Port Elizabeth typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at The Boulders in Port Elizabeth typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.