Coral Nursery

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 - Coral Nursery offers some of St. Vincent's richest reef 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

CharacterReef dive

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

We love a dive site with a purpose, and the Coral Nursery off St. Vincent certainly fits. It’s an easy, shallow dive, maxing out at 17 metres, which makes it perfect for a relaxed afternoon. The PVC "trees" might sound a bit stark, but they're surprisingly effective as an artificial reef, already attracting quite the crowd. Look closely among the branching coral fragments and you'll spot juvenile reef fish everywhere – we've seen tiny Harlequin Bass darting between new growth and Sharpnose Puffers nibbling at algae. Our favourite find here is often the Stippled Clingfish, blending perfectly with the coral stalks. It's a fantastic spot for macro photography and a genuinely rewarding dive, knowing you're witnessing active conservation. It’s a great choice for newer divers or anyone keen to see coral restoration in action, especially if you chat with the dive shop about their ongoing projects.