This dive site, Spice Island Reef, offers a delightful and accessible dive experience starting from a mooring at 7 meters, where a resident octopus often hides. Divers can choose to explore a large sandy patch teeming with life or head seaward, gliding over vibrant forests of sea plumes and sea rods. The dive then progresses to a hard reef, gently descending to an edge at depths between 10 and 16 meters, where large rocks are scattered, providing varied topography for exploration.
The diverse marine life at Spice Island Reef includes its renowned resident octopus, often spotted near the mooring. In the shallows, divers can observe reef and hermit crabs, while lobsters are commonly found sheltering under the reef edges. Lionfish are also present amongst the rocks off the reef, alongside a plethora of typical Caribbean reef creatures and colorful fish species that populate the hard corals and sandy areas.
While no specific best time to visit is mentioned, Grenada generally offers excellent diving conditions year-round. This site is particularly well-suited for beginner divers due to its shallow maximum depth and lack of strong currents, making it a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Freedivers will also appreciate the accessible depths and rich marine life. Photographers focusing on macro subjects will find plenty of opportunities with the octopus, crabs, and smaller reef inhabitants.
