

Best for beginner divers, 9-21m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cabrita is a boat-access reef site located off Saint John. The reef structure extends from 9 metres to a maximum depth of 21 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers experience moderate currents, making this a drift dive that requires careful monitoring of air and depth. The site features an overhead cave environment and sharp coral formations, necessitating caution with buoyancy and fin placement. Visibility typically ranges between 18 and 30 metres. Due to the potential for currents to increase unexpectedly, beginners should remain in close proximity to their dive guide and avoid the deeper drop-off areas.
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Current can pick up with little warning at Cabrita, so beginners should stay close to the dive guide and avoid drifting towards the deeper drop-off. Watch where you place your hands and fins, as the coral and rock edges are sharp.
Access is provided via custom dive boats departing from St. John.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
9-21m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should stay close to their dive guide and avoid the deeper drop-off due to the potential for moderate currents to increase.
The reef ranges from 9 metres to 21 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Cabrita is a boat-access site and requires a boat to reach.
Water temperatures range from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius, and visibility is generally between 18 and 30 metres.
Divers should be aware of sharp coral and rock edges, as well as moderate currents that can increase with little warning.
Diving at Cabrita in Cruz Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cabrita in Cruz Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.