Almond Tree

Best months: Jan–Apr

Protected Area

Bequia Marine Conservation Area

Why dive here

With 267+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, nurse sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Almond Tree offers some of St. Vincent's richest drift diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

Best timeJan–Apr

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Nurse Sharks, Orcas and Sea Turtles · 267+ species recorded

Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October

CharacterDrift dive

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Almond Tree is one of those St. Vincent sites we always look forward to, a gentle drift along a sloping reef that just feels right. You're usually heading south to north, carried by a mild current that makes the whole dive wonderfully relaxed. We love the gorgonian tree field here, a swaying forest of purple and orange against the blue, and it's where we often spot the more unusual residents. Keep an eye out for frogfish and seahorses, though they are masters of disguise. This is a dive that suits everyone, from newer divers enjoying their first drift to seasoned pros who appreciate a calm, productive exploration. The maximum depth of 21 metres keeps it comfortable, and the final safety stop among the shallow coral heads is always a good place to find a busy belt of cardinalfish or a curious hamlet. We've seen some impressive chain morays tucked into the coral here, and the sheer number of dwarf wrasse and clown wrasse keeps the shallows buzzing. Visibility averages 15 metres, which is perfectly good for taking in the slow-motion theatre.