The Rock

Premier St. Kitts site for shark encounters and reefs.

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is renowned as one of St. Kitts’ premier locations for encountering sharks. The dive begins with a descent onto a vibrant, sloping reef teeming with diverse marine life. You'll discover a rich tapestry of gorgonians, delicate fans, colorful corals, and sponges – creating a truly spectacular underwater landscape. Keep an eye out for Caribbean reef sharks as they patrol the ledge or emerge from the depths below. This dive offers a captivating experience for experienced divers seeking close encounters with these magnificent creatures.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

sharkturtlecoral reef

Marine Life

Caribbean reef sharkgorgonianssea fansspongesparrotfishangelfishdamselfishbarracuda

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Shallow depth but recommended for some experience due to shark encounters.

Hazards:
marine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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