This dive site, known as Cathedral, is a captivating steeply sloping reef located off the coast of Saint Vincent in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Divers typically navigate along the reef, which starts at a shallow depth of 5 meters and gradually descends to a sandy sea floor at approximately 23 meters. The direction of the dive often depends on the prevailing currents, allowing for varied experiences. While specific historical details or a unique story behind its name are not provided, its natural structure and marine life create a visually impressive underwater environment.
Cathedral is teeming with diverse marine life. Keen-eyed divers can spot nimble spray crabs ingeniously sheltering behind sea urchins, alongside juvenile trunkfish seeking protection within the reef's crevices. The open water and reef top are frequented by schools of southern sennet, chromis, and jacks, providing dynamic displays of schooling fish against the vibrant backdrop of the reef's corals and other invertebrates.
The best time to visit this site generally aligns with the drier season in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (typically December to May) for optimal weather and sea conditions, though diving is possible year-round. This site is particularly appealing to macro photographers looking for small, unique critters, and wide-angle enthusiasts who can capture the schooling fish against the reef slope. Freedivers will find the varied depths from 5m to 23m excellent for practicing different breath-hold diving techniques, while snorkelers can enjoy the vibrant shallow reef section.
