Lesleen M and Vicky B Wrecks - Anse La Raye

Alright, North Shore Canoe Club. We know what you’re thinking: "A canoe club? Really?" But hear us out. This spot, tucked away in the Hauraki Gulf, has a surprising amount going for it if you're into something a bit different. Forget your technicolour coral. Here, the charm is in the unexpected. You gear up on the docks, which is pretty straightforward, then slip into the water. The first thing you'll notice are the thick aquatic reeds in the shallows, almost like an underwater meadow. We love poking around here; it’s a nursery for all sorts of juvenile fish and we've even spotted freshwater eels tucked amongst the stalks. Follow the rocky ridge gently sloping down, and you’ll hit the muddy bottom where, yes, visibility can drop, especially in summer with those thermoclines. But that’s when you slow right down and start looking for the small stuff. We've seen Black Stingrays gliding along the bottom and delicate White-striped Anemones clinging to the rocks. It’s a site that rewards patience, perfect for macro lovers or anyone keen to see the overlooked side of New Zealand's underwater world. It’s not for the faint of heart, or those chasing big pelagics, but for a quiet afternoon of exploring the overlooked, it’s our pick.

Location
Anse La Raye, St. Lucia, Caribbean
Coordinates
13.927100, -61.058100
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: West Coast (incl. Anse la Raye/Canaries Local Fisheries Management Area and Anse Cochon, Anse Galet and Anse la Verdures)

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)

Nearby Dive Sites in Anse La Raye

Nearest Dive Centres to Lesleen M and Vicky B Wrecks

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Lesleen M and Vicky B Wrecks

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