This dive site is a captivating finger reef known as Castle Reef, located within a marine preserve. It’s a treasured secret among divers, accessible only with favorable weather conditions – there isn't a mooring buoy present. The reef boasts a vibrant appearance and is surrounded by expansive sand flats, creating diverse diving experiences. Divers frequently encounter a variety of fascinating marine life including rays, eels, octopus, turtles, large nurse sharks, and abundant lobsters. This location offers an exciting opportunity for underwater exploration.
Castle Reef
Vibrant secret finger reef with sharks, turtles, and lobsters.
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
Caribbean Reef Octopus
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Snowflake Moray
Ray
Sea Fan
Octopus
Nurse Shark
Brain Coral
Turtle
Sergeant Major
Spiny Squat Lobster
Hawksbill Turtle
Southern Stingray
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
No mooring buoy and accessible only in favorable weather conditions.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Variable
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