Eastern Caribbean Diving - Anse La Raye
Anse La Raye offers a different pace on St. Lucia, away from the busier north. Eastern Caribbean Diving, a PADI 5 Star IDC resort, reflects that vibe – professional, but relaxed. They’re excellent for anyone looking to complete their PADI instructor development or simply get certified in a less hectic environment. We often suggest them for divers who appreciate smaller groups and a focus on training, often heading out to explore the reefs closer to Soufrière Bay without the longer boat rides.
- Location
- Anse La Raye, St. Lucia, Caribbean
- Coordinates
- 14.057125, -60.973907
- Website
- https://travel.padi.com/dive-center/saint-lucia/eastern-caribbean-diving/
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star IDC Resort [padi:19878]
- Address
- Gros Islet, Saint Lucia
Dive Sites Near Eastern Caribbean Diving
Eastern Caribbean Diving provides access to 6 dive sites in Anse La Raye.
- Anse La Raye Wall - 15-40m (wall)
- Dive Fair Haven
- LESLEEN M - 18m (wreck)
- Lesleen M and Vicky B Wrecks (wreck)
- Turtle Reef - 5-18m (reef)
- VOLGA - 7m (wreck)
Other Dive Centres in Anse La Raye
- Dive Saint Lucia/Scuba Steve’s Diving - ["PADI"]
- Sandals Dive Center - St.Lucia - ["PADI"]
- Sandals Grande St. Lucian - ["PADI"]
Best Time to Dive in Anse La Raye
The warmest water temperatures in Anse La Raye 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: 25.5°C)
- February: 27.7°C (air: 25.5°C)
- March: 27.7°C (air: 25.9°C)
- April: 27.7°C (air: 26.8°C)
- May: 27.7°C (air: 27.6°C)
- June: 27.7°C (air: 27.6°C)
- July: 27.7°C (air: 27.4°C)
- August: 27.7°C (air: 27.7°C)
- September: 27.7°C (air: 28.1°C)
- October: 27.7°C (air: 27.8°C)
- November: 27.7°C (air: 26.9°C)
- December: 27.7°C (air: 26.2°C)
Marine Life in Anse La Raye
Home to 261 recorded species including 232 reef fish, 11 whales & dolphins, 6 sharks & rays, 4 seagrass & algae, 3 sea snails & nudibranchs, 2 other.
Notable Marine Life
- Greater Soapfish (Rypticus saponaceus) - Reef Fish
- Barber (Acanthurus bahianus) - Reef Fish
- Flamefish (Apogon maculatus) - Reef Fish
- Lawyer (Halichoeres radiatus) - Reef Fish
- Devilfish (Ophioblennius atlanticus) - Reef Fish
- Cook (Holocentrus adscensionis) - Reef Fish
- Jack (Epinephelus adscensionis) - Reef Fish
- Clown Wrasse (Halichoeres maculipinna) - Reef Fish
- Pacific Spotted Scorpionfish (Scorpaena plumieri) - Reef Fish
- Hamlet (Gymnothorax moringa) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for Anse La Raye
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