Point Guirnard

Easy, calm sloping reef, great for critter hunting and snorkeling.

Boat Access
10m Avg Depth
21m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Point Guirnard, is an easy and accessible location suitable for divers of all experience levels. Located inside a headland, the sloping reef offers consistently calm conditions in its inner sections, making it ideal for relaxed exploration. Divers typically navigate around the headland, where currents can sometimes be encountered, before returning to the beautiful, vibrant shallow reef. It is frequently chosen as a second dive, indicating its suitability for less strenuous dives.

Point Guirnard is particularly renowned as an excellent site for critter hunting, offering abundant opportunities to spot macro marine life. The beautiful shallow reef supports a diverse ecosystem, likely home to various small fish species, crustaceans, nudibranchs, and other fascinating invertebrates. While not specifically mentioned, healthy Caribbean reefs typically host parrotfish, damselfish, snapper, grunts, and a variety of hard and soft corals.

The site's suitability for both divers and snorkelers makes it a versatile option, especially for groups with mixed interests. The calm inner reef makes it enjoyable year-round, though conditions may vary with any specific local weather patterns. For freedivers, the clear, shallow areas near the reef offer excellent opportunities for breath-hold exploration. Divers should be mindful of potential currents when venturing around the headland but can otherwise expect a pleasant and rewarding experience.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Calm, sloping reef with shallow areas; suitable for all experience levels, maximum depth 21m.

Hazards:
strong currents
Current Strength:

Variable

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