Chico 1
Protected Area
Little Bay
Why dive here
With 288+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, eagle rays, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Chico 1 offers some of Sandy Island's richest diving.
Chico 1 is a straightforward sandy dive at 19m near Sandy Island. Expect to find a flat bottom, good for spotting the smaller, camouflaged creatures that hide on the sand. This is a nice, relaxed site if you’re newer to diving, or just want an easy second dive, with a chance to practice buoyancy.
Typical Chico 1 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Chico 1
Dive shops near Chico 1
Scuba Zen
Bubble Shop
Octopus Diving Center
The Dive Shop
Friendly Island Divers
SXM Divers
Reviews for Chico 1
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Chico 1
Chico 1 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Chico 1, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (18.27, -63) (0km away)
August Averages
Air Temperature
28.11°C
83°F
Wind Speed
8.76 m/s
17.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1015 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
Book a dive trip in Sandy Island
Guided dives, courses & snorkel tours - instant booking
Where to Stay near Chico 1
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.