This dive site, Almond Tree, is located off the coast of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, typically accessed by a 15-minute boat ride from a local harbour. It's renowned for its gentle sloping reef, making it an excellent choice for a drift dive from South to North. The dive often concludes on shallow coral heads, perfect for a safety stop. There is no specific historical background or story provided, but its name likely comes from the distinctive 'gorgonian tree field' resembling almond trees.
The Almond Tree boasts a vibrant marine ecosystem. Divers can drift over extensive fields of sea plumes and marvel at the impressive gorgonian tree fields. Look closely among the reef for fascinating creatures such as trunkfish, elusive slipper lobsters, and barracuda. Lucky divers might even spot well-camouflaged frogfish and delicate seahorses hiding within the corals.
The best time to visit the Almond Tree, like much of the Caribbean, is during the dry season, typically from December to May, offering calmer seas and optimal visibility. This site is highly recommended for beginners due to its gentle drift and manageable depth, while advanced divers will appreciate the diverse marine life for photography. Freedivers will also find the average depth of 9 meters and shallow coral heads very suitable for exploration.
