You have many options when it comes to scuba diving in St Lucia. Near the Anse Chastanet coral reef, you will find some of the most breathtaking dives. These dives are great for anyone, even if they don't feel comfortable scubadiving. They can be accessed from 10 to 25 feet, and have some of most colorful corals.
Anse Chastanet Reef
Anse Chastanet Resort is situated on a 600-acre estate that includes two beaches of volcanic black and pristine reefs. The resort offers excellent scuba dive, snorkeling, as well as non-motorized watersports. Guests can relax on the beach or enjoy complimentary guided hikes. An organic farm and chocolate laboratory are located on the estate.
Ansechastanet has been awarded numerous awards including five Best-of-Readers' Choice awards. This is an excellent site for both novice and experienced divers. The reef has wrecks and wall diving. There is also boat diving. Many divers enjoy night dives on the Anse Chastanet reef.
Dani Koyomaru
Saint Lucia has many options for divers who are interested in diving. You can either visit Rosemond's Trench or go deeper. This area is famous for its massive schools of tropical fish and giant sponges the size of men. It also has intricate coral formations. Diving here is also a great way to see the famous Saint Lucia reef system.
A few miles from the coast, the Daini Koyomaru is a wreck. The Japanese dredger, the Daini Koyomaru, sank in 1996. The wreck of the ship can still be seen partially submerged. As well as inscribed Japanese and other languages, there are visible upturned decks.
Dani Koyomaru dragger
Daini Koyomaru, originally a Japanese fishing vessel and dredged 1996, is a stunning wreck to dive. It is approximately 74 meters in length and 24 meters high. The dredger has been turned on its side to make it safe for novice divers. It is home to a variety of marine life, including garden eels and moray eels as well as barracudas.
Another popular St Lucia dive location is the 165-foot Japanese dredger Lesleen M. The depths at this site are not very deep, but the reef is home a lot of fascinating creatures like scorpionfish, flying grunards, and even rays.
Soufriere Marine Management Area
Scuba diving in St Lucia’s Soufriere Marine Management Area allows you to explore the stunning coral reefs. This marine management area was established to preserve the waters and foster a healthy ecosystem. It was born out of conflict among resource users and environmental degradation. In particular, conflicts between scuba divers and local fishermen were critical to the creation of the SMMA.
Since 2004, the Soufriere Pintons site has been a UNESCO World Heritage area. It is managed by the Nature Reserve and boasts some of the most beautiful diving in St Lucia. It is home to numerous coral species as well as an abundance of tropical fish. This area is also known for the passage of various species of cetaceans and predators. Divers can also observe the beautiful marine biodiversity.