This dive site, Middle Cay, located in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, offers a dynamic underwater experience. The dive typically begins with a negative entry, leading divers directly into a vibrant whip coral and gorgonian forest. The topography transitions into a steeply sloping reef, starting around 15 meters and descending further, with the site officially reaching a maximum depth of 22 meters, though some descriptions note areas extending to 28 meters. There is no specific known history or story tied to the dive site beyond its natural beauty and rich biodiversity.
The reef is teeming with diverse marine life. Divers can expect to see abundant green morays, spiny lobsters, and slipper lobsters nestled within the corals and rock formations. The shallows are frequently circled by schools of yellow-tailed snapper, as well as larger pelagic species like tuna and barracuda, indicating a healthy food chain. The landscape itself is dominated by extensive whip coral and gorgonian formations, showcasing a thriving coral reef ecosystem.
The best time to visit Middle Cay would typically align with the dry season in the Caribbean, generally from December to May, offering optimal visibility and calm conditions. The site is excellent for both scuba divers and freedivers, with an average depth of 11 meters providing ample opportunity for breath-hold exploration in the shallower areas. Divers should be comfortable with negative entries and possess good buoyancy control to fully appreciate the sloping reef and its rich biodiversity.
