Antilla (Wreck) - Aruba Leeward Coast

Cherry Hill on Grenada’s Southwest Coast is one of those sites we always suggest for a relaxed, shallow dive. It’s not about huge pelagics here; it's about the small stuff, and the light, and just being in the water. We love starting in the super shallow two meters, poking around the Porites corals. You’ll see juvenile fish darting everywhere, and if you take your time, there are often little Chestnut Mussels tucked into crevices. The reef gently slopes to about 10 meters, and that’s where we find the most interesting things. Look for the Dusky Cusk and the Naked Blenny – they're masters of camouflage, so a good eye helps. Our favourite find here is the White Pygmy Venus; it’s tiny, often clinging to the soft corals, a real treat if you spot one. Visibility averages 15 meters, which is plenty for this kind of macro exploration. Cherry Hill suits divers who enjoy a slow pace, photographers looking for interesting small subjects, and anyone who wants to unwind with a truly unhurried dive.

Location
Aruba Leeward Coast, Aruba, Caribbean
Coordinates
12.602200, -70.058500
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Westpunt

Best Time to Dive in Aruba Leeward Coast

The warmest water temperatures in Aruba Leeward Coast occur in January, averaging 27.7°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 27.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.7°C (air: 26.7°C)
  • February: 27.7°C (air: 26.5°C)
  • March: 27.7°C (air: 26.8°C)
  • April: 27.7°C (air: 27.5°C)
  • May: 27.7°C (air: 28.0°C)
  • June: 27.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • July: 27.7°C (air: 28.4°C)
  • August: 27.7°C (air: 28.9°C)
  • September: 27.7°C (air: 29.5°C)
  • October: 27.7°C (air: 29.0°C)
  • November: 27.7°C (air: 27.7°C)
  • December: 27.7°C (air: 27.4°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Aruba Leeward Coast

Nearest Dive Centres to Antilla (Wreck)

Marine Life in Aruba Leeward Coast

Home to 92 recorded species including 55 reef fish, 7 sea snails & nudibranchs, 7 hard corals, 6 crabs & lobsters, 4 other, 4 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Antilla (Wreck)

Based on average water temperature of 27.7°C.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories