Andes (Wreck)

Best months: Dec–Apr

Protected Area

Fort Barington

Why dive here

With 229+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and orcas - Andes (Wreck) offers some of Antigua South Coast's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

Best timeDec–Apr

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Orcas · 229+ species recorded

Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October

CharacterReef dive

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Andes wreck is probably our favourite shallow dive on Antigua’s south coast. It’s an old barque, sunk back in 1905, and now sits broken up across the seabed in Deep Bay, maxing out at 13 metres. We love how accessible it is; even with modest air consumption, you can really take your time poking around the ribs and hull plates that scatter the sandy bottom. You’ll find schools of grunts and snapper often hanging motionless inside the larger sections of the wreck, almost like they’re still sheltering in the cargo hold. Look closely on the coral-encrusted metalwork for little nudibranchs and flatworms. The resident batfish often sit camouflaged against the sand nearby, and we’ve often spotted stingrays fanning themselves into the sediment, so keep an eye out for their tell-tale outlines. Visibility averages around 11 metres, which is usually enough to appreciate the scale of the wreckage. It’s an easy, relaxing dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who enjoys a leisurely explore of a historic site without the pressure of depth or strong currents.