Goat Reef
Protected Area
Goat Point Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 155+ marine species recorded in the area - including orcas, sea turtles, sperm whales and pufferfish - Goat Reef offers some of Barbuda's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Goat Reef is a solid Barbuda dive, often overlooked for its flashier neighbours. We typically find healthy coral formations here, with the usual suspects like parrotfish and snapper going about their day. It’s a good choice for a relaxed second dive, or if you're keen to escape the crowds you might find elsewhere. Come for the quiet, not for anything especially dramatic.
Reviews for Goat Reef
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Goat Reef
Goat Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Goat Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (17.62, -61.81) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.7–30.9°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
6.04 m/s
11.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
Plan & book
Ways to dive Barbuda, from day trips to liveaboards.
Day trips & courses
via GetYourGuideGuided dives, courses and snorkel trips with instant booking.
Find dive trips in BarbudaPlaces to stay
via Booking.comHotels and dive resorts near Barbuda.
Search stays in BarbudaDive insurance
Most travel insurance excludes or limits scuba. Check what you need before you go.
Dive insurance explainedPartner links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. How we make money
Where to Stay near Goat Reef
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.