This dive site, Vanishing Rock, is located just off Cooper Island in the British Virgin Islands. It’s an exposed pinnacle featuring some of the most impressive pillar coral formations in the area. These corals provide shelter for a large population of sergeant majors. A short distance away, around the next corner, divers can witness spectacular displays of horse-eye jacks swirling within strong currents – often described as ‘tornadoes’ of fish. The dive offers unique opportunities to observe marine life and explore impressive coral structures.
Vanishing Rock
Exposed pinnacle with pillar corals and swirling horse-eye jacks.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Pillar Coral
Horse-Eye Jack
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Sergeant Major
French Angelfish
Barracuda
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Features strong currents in certain areas requiring good dive control.
Hazards:
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Current Strength:
Variable
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