Carlisle Bay

Level: Beginner / Depth: 10 – 52 ft

This dive site is truly one-of-a-kind, offering a total of six wrecks set within tranquil, crystal-clear waters. Carlisle Bay stands as a protected sanctuary, making it an ideal location for both snorkelers and divers. Easily accessible via the beach or boat, this site welcomes individuals ranging from novices to seasoned divers.

With the oldest ship dating back to World War I, Carlisle Bay is steeped in history, featuring a captivating blend of intentionally sunk and naturally occurring wrecks. It is a regular afternoon destination for our Discover Scuba Diving and One-Tank Dive excursions, often serving as a preferred spot for our Two-Tank divers, particularly when conditions elsewhere are less favorable.

Notably, this Carlisle Bay offers the highest likelihood of encountering turtles and rays, along with a diverse array of fish species. Our explorations have frequently led to sightings of sea horses, flying gurnards, and batfish, ensuring a rich and memorable underwater adventure. Learn more.

Trident Wreck

Level: Intermediate / Depth: 20-70 ft

Located in close proximity to Carlisle Bay, this deeper wreck boasts a distinctive feature. Double-barreled 60mm guns are located on the bow, providing an excellent opportunity for striking photographs. The Trident, once the flagship of the Barbados coast guard, was intentionally sunk in April 2013. For those with expertise in wreck diving, this site offers easy penetration.

Following your exploration of this fascinating wreck, you can venture into Carlisle Bay itself. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to visit additional wrecks, some of which are accessible for entry, or swim amidst the vibrant coral formations. Along the way, you may encounter the same marine life as mentioned in Carlisle Bay, with an elevated chance of spotting large tarpons, snappers, and barracuda, adding an exciting dimension to your underwater experience.

Friars Craig Wreck And Roundbar Reef

Level: Beginner – Intermediate / Depth: 30 – 60 ft

In 1985, the deliberate sinking of this shipwreck led to a gradual transformation of the area, creating a captivating environment filled with numerous intricate nooks and crannies to discover marine life. Among the inhabitants is a sizeable turtle “George”, offering fortunate visitors a chance to catch a glimpse of this remarkable creature.

Adjacent to this site, you’ll find artificial reef balls adorned with abundant marine growth. Including a magnificent green moray eel affectionately known as “Precious” green that has taken residence within. Following your exploration of these areas, we’ll journey to the nearby Roundbar reef, where you can admire exquisite corals and a diverse array of reef fish. Common sightings at this site encompass turtles, trumpet fish, moray eels, princess parrot fish, and flying gurnards, promising an enriching underwater adventure.

South Coast Inner Fringe Reefs

Level: Beginner – Intermediate / Depth: 25 – 80 ft

Dive sites include: Old Fort, Asta, Middle Reef, Accra, Pieces of Eight, Close Encounters

This expansive reef system extends along the majority of the South Coast, offering numerous distinct diving locations. Classified as an inner fringe reef, it features a gradual slope with the shallower side facing the land and the deeper side extending seaward.

When the waters are tranquil, these sites provide an excellent opportunity for beginners, while during rougher sea conditions, they become more suitable for intermediate divers. Typically, these reefs offer a gentle drift experience, although occasional stronger currents may be encountered. The underwater landscape is adorned with a plethora of exquisite corals, and it’s common to encounter an array of marine life, including turtles, rays, moray eels, and lionfish.

South Coast Outer Reefs

Level: Intermediate / Depth: 50 – 120ft

Dive sites include: Castle, the Boot, The Muff

Discover the underwater wonders of these dive sites along the picturesque south coast. These outer reefs offer an exciting marine playground for divers. You’ll encounter vibrant coral gardens teeming with colorful reef fish and graceful sea turtles gliding through the crystal-clear waters. The Boot, aptly named for its unique boot-shaped coral formation, is home to schools of barracuda, moray eels, and nudibranchs. With excellent visibility, diverse marine life, and thrilling underwater landscapes, these sites promise unforgettable scuba adventures for all who explore their depths.

Brianna H Wrecks

Level: Intermediate – Advanced / Depth: 40 – 90 ft

This sizable vessel met its watery fate during heavy rainfall in 2014 and now presents an ideal opportunity for novice wreck divers. In 2024 during hurricane Beryl the wreck collapsed with the heavy waves, leaving lot of nooks and crannies to explore. This wreck being relatively “young,” is in the intermediate phases of coral growth, enhancing the likelihood of encountering larger fish. For added convenience, a mooring line is available at the bow of the vessel. While experienced open water divers can comfortably explore the upper portions of the wreck at a depth of 60 feet, advanced divers may venture to the bottom to explore.

SS Stavronikita Wreck

Level: Advanced / Depth: 70 – 140 ft

Minimum certification : Advanced Open Water.

This remarkable shipwreck has earned its place among the top 10 global wrecks. Stretching an impressive 365 feet in length, the bow sits at a depth of 70 ft, while the propeller lies deeper at 140 ft, and the mast’s top sits at a shallower 15 ft. The intriguing history of this wreck dates back to 1997 when it tragically caught fire. The resourceful crew, facing this dire situation, inscribed a desperate SOS on the ship’s side, which was miraculously spotted by a passing aircraft, leading to the rescue of the remaining survivors.

This sunken treasure offers a thriving ecosystem teeming with an abundance of marine life. The main mast is full of life and reaches 20ft Additionally, divers have the opportunity to explore a vast cargo hold, an experience not to be missed for any diving enthusiast.

Lord Combermere Wreck and Reef

Level: Beginner / Depth: 40 – 60 ft

The Lord Combermere Shipwreck is nestled off the west coast of Barbados. This sunken relic is a time capsule of maritime history, offering an awe-inspiring dive experience. Spend some time exploring the wreck before moving onto the nearby reef. Divers can expect to encounter a mesmerizing array of marine life, including colorful coral formations teeming with vibrant fish species like parrotfish, angelfish, and schools of sergeant majors. The shipwreck itself, a 19th-century British naval vessel, is a hauntingly beautiful sight adorned with soft and hard corals, providing shelter for various crustaceans and moray eels.

West Coast Reefs

Level: Beginner – Intermediate / Depth 30 – 120 ft

Dive sites include: Bell Buoy, Clarkes Bank, Stav Inner Fringe.

Along the picturesque western coast there exists a selection of enchanting reefs to explore. These sites offer a unique combination of tranquil waters and a diverse range of depths. As you delve beneath the surface, you’ll find yourself immersed in a captivating underwater world adorned with stunning marine life, including intricate corals, vibrant sponges, sea fans, gorgonian trees, and an array of colorful reef fish. It’s important to note that while the waters are typically calm, occasional currents of varying strengths may add an element of excitement to these underwater excursions. In fact, these dives are often organized as drift dives, allowing divers to effortlessly glide along with the current.