A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park - Carriacou

We love a sculpture park, and Carriacou’s ‘A World Adrift’ is a proper standout. Just a five-minute boat ride from Hillsborough Bay, it’s shallow, maxing out at 8m, which makes for long bottom times and great natural light for photography. Jason deCaires Taylor’s sculptures here are inspired by the local boat-building culture, and they truly give you pause – there’s a quiet, reflective feel to drifting through these submerged figures. You’ll spot plenty of marine life making homes in and around the art. We've seen glasseye snapper schooling inside crevices, and the occasional hogfish rooting around the bases. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff too, like flagfin blennies perched on the textures or tiny gobies darting into the sand. Visibility hovers around 17m, usually, so you get a clear view of the art and the life it now supports. It’s perfect for a relaxed dive, maybe a long snorkel, or just a chance to slow down and really observe.

Location
Carriacou, Grenada, Caribbean
Coordinates
12.494800, -61.465200
Type
drift

Marine Protected Area: Sandy Island-Oyster Bay

Best Time to Dive in Carriacou

The warmest water temperatures in Carriacou occur in January, averaging 27.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 27.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.6°C (air: 25.8°C)
  • February: 27.6°C (air: 25.6°C)
  • March: 27.6°C (air: 25.7°C)
  • April: 27.6°C (air: 26.2°C)
  • May: 27.6°C (air: 26.9°C)
  • June: 27.6°C (air: 27.0°C)
  • July: 27.6°C (air: 27.1°C)
  • August: 27.6°C (air: 27.4°C)
  • September: 27.6°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • October: 27.6°C (air: 27.8°C)
  • November: 27.6°C (air: 27.1°C)
  • December: 27.6°C (air: 26.5°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Carriacou

Nearest Dive Centres to A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park

Marine Life in Carriacou

Home to 296 recorded species including 258 reef fish, 13 hard corals, 11 whales & dolphins, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 jellyfish, 2 sea snails & nudibranchs.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park

Based on average water temperature of 27.6°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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical depth for diving at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park?
The A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park is a shallow dive site, with a maximum depth of 8 meters. This makes it ideal for divers of all experience levels and also perfect for snorkelling.
What kind of sculptures and marine life can divers expect to see at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park?
Divers can explore unique art pieces by Jason deCaires Taylor at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park, inspired by the local boat building culture and designed to raise climate change awareness. Alongside these captivating sculptures, the site boasts abundant marine life, offering a diverse array of species to observe.
How challenging is the diving at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park, and is it suitable for beginner divers?
While rated as an intermediate dive, A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park is described as shallow and easy, making it suitable for beginner divers. Its good visibility and maximum depth of 8 meters create a comfortable environment for those new to diving. It's also perfect for snorkelling.
When is the best time of year to dive A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park for optimal conditions?
The provided data does not specify a best time of year for optimal diving conditions at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park. However, Grenada generally offers good diving year-round. For more general information on seasonal diving in the region, you can consult our When to Dive guide.
Are there any specific diving certifications required to visit A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park?
The data provided does not specify any particular diving certifications required to visit A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park. Given its shallow depth of 8 meters and "easy" description, standard open water certification is typically sufficient for such sites. Always check with local dive operators for their specific requirements.
What are the typical water conditions and currents like at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park?
Divers at A World Adrift Underwater Sculpture Park can expect good visibility, averaging 17 meters. The site is characterized as a drift dive, suggesting the presence of currents, yet it is also described as shallow and easy. This combination allows for a relaxed experience while enjoying the underwater art and abundant marine life.