

Best for intermediate divers, 9-30m, boat entry, strong current.
TDE Special, located off Little Tobago, is a complex dive site that integrates reef, drift, and cave environments. Divers navigate depths ranging from 9 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres. The site is characterised by consistently strong currents, requiring advanced buoyancy control and intermediate skill levels. Visibility typically spans 18 to 30 metres. The presence of cave structures creates an overhead environment, necessitating appropriate certification and focus. Access to this site is by boat only. Water temperatures remain stable between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should be prepared for variable visibility and potential entanglement risks near the structures.
11.29256, -60.50643
The strong current can shift direction depending on the tide, so brief carefully with your guide before the dive and confirm the exit plan. Air fills and first aid are available at the dive shop, so there is no need to carry extra supplies from elsewhere.
Entries and exits require coordination with the boat crew.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-30m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and the presence of an overhead cave environment.
The site ranges from 9 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 24 metres.
TDE Special is a boat-only dive site.
Hazards include strong currents, an overhead cave environment, and potential entanglement risks near the structures.
Yes, air fills and first aid facilities are available at the local dive shop.
Diving at TDE Special in Tobago requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
TDE Special in Tobago can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at TDE Special in Tobago typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.