Barbados is a distinct coral island, formed primarily from uplifting coral caps rather than volcanic activity like the majority of the Caribbean. Because of the island's very flat topography and porous structure, our beaches feature white sand and our waters are a beautiful turquoise colour with clear visibility! Underwater, Barbados is almost entirely surrounded by fringing, patch, and bank reefs. These healthy, diverse reefs—particularly on the west and south coasts—serve as vital, natural barriers protecting the coastline and providing premier scuba diving sites. Barbados is also home to several "artificial" reefs after sinking a multitude of shipwrecks which provide excellent habitat for a variety of fish and marine creatures.

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With more than 30 dive sites found along our south and west coasts, it isn't hard to complete a 10tank package without repeating dives sites. We offer 3 dives daily along the south or west coasts, the afternoon dive always in Carlisle Bay (Shipwreck park, Trident, Old Fort, etc) as it is the best training ground for new divers and students. Outer reefs are found along the East and North coasts but are unfortunately beyond our reach on an average day. The East and North coast dive conditions are also too unpredictable and often challenging to offer on regular basis. 

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While there are plenty of scuba guide books available if you want to read up on all of the dive sites Barbados has to offer, we're keen to tell you about our favourite 5!