St Lucia offers many great scuba diving opportunities. Trou Diable (Anse Chastanet), Trou Diable (Anse Cochon North & South) are just a few of the many good scuba dive sites. Because of the strong currents running over the plateau, drift diving is possible here. In this area, you will find large shoals, stingrays, nurse sharks and turtles.
Anse Chastanet
Anse Chastanet in St Lucia is known for its unusual marine life and popularity as a scuba diving spot. The reef has over 150 species of fish, and it can reach depths from 20 to 140 ft. It's also a popular location for underwater photographers.
The resort of Anse Chastanet is situated in a beautiful setting close to the Pitons. It's also near the best reefs on the island. The resort, which opened in 1968, has grown into a 48-room resort with beautiful views of the ocean and the surrounding area. It's located between two ridges, and a steep hillside, which gives it a stunning location.
Ansechastanet is the ideal spot to enjoy scuba dive in St Lucia. Guests have the option to take advantage the resort's custom-built trails or take yoga classes. They can also sail the resort’s sailing yacht at sunset. They can also take advantage of the Kai Belte Spa's treatments, relax on one or more of the beach hammocks, or enjoy guided hikes through the estate's six-acres.
Trou Diable
Trou Diable is a must-see when you plan a scuba dive trip to St Lucia. This dive site is 40 feet deep and features an amazing coral reef. Divers can circle the reef from 100 feet under the surface to see many tropical fish and turtles.
There are plenty of options for divers in Saint Lucia, whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out. The east coast has excellent coral reefs. Both the north and south end are ideal due to the protection from the easterly trade winds as well as potentially dangerous wave conditions. There are many experienced divers in Saint Lucia. Many of these dive operators can be found close to major resorts. This makes it the ideal place for beginners or certified courses.
Scuba diving in Saint Lucia offers a unique experience. Scuba divers love Saint Lucia's warm waters and rich marine life. There are also fascinating wrecks. The paradise is home 22 world-class dive locations that are great for both beginners and experts.
Anse Cochon North & South
Scuba divers can explore the Anse Cochon North & South Reef, a pair of dive sites located between the two islands. Both are accessible from the beach and range in depth from about 10 feet to 40 feet. These are excellent dive spots for both beginners and advanced divers. Although the coral is more abundant on the northern side, there are many reef fish at the other end. You will see octopus, sea whips, trumpetfish and sea whips.
Anse Cochon's south end is home to the Lesleen M, an abandoned cargo ship. The Fisheries Department of Saint Lucia used it as an artificial reef in 1986. The seagrass beds that attract many species of fish surround the sunk vessel. Barracudas and stingrays could also be seen at the wreck.