

Best for beginner divers, 16-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Tunnels of Thatch is a reef and canyon site located off Saint John. The topography features distinct canyon structures that divers navigate in depths ranging from 16 to 24 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for potential surge and swell. While the site is suitable for beginners, divers must remain alert for boat traffic when surfacing and wear protective footwear to avoid injury from sharp coral and rocks. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, nurse sharks, French angelfish, and various parrotfish and wrasses.
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Because this is a boat-access-only site, confirm operator availability and current departure schedules locally before you plan your day. The mild current and year-round conditions mean there is no strong seasonal window to chase, but morning departures typically offer the best visibility before afternoon winds pick up.
Boat Dive
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, nurse sharks, French angelfish, great barracuda, spotted moray, and various parrotfish and wrasses.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild current and manageable navigation through the reef and canyon terrain.
The depth at Tunnels of Thatch ranges from 16 to 24 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site. You must confirm operator availability and departure schedules locally before planning your dive.
While the site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 24 metres, the boat-access nature of the site makes it better suited for diving.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tunnels of Thatch in Cruz Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tunnels of Thatch in Cruz Bay are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tunnels of Thatch in Cruz Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tunnels of Thatch in Cruz Bay typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.