L’Anse Chemin/Long Point - St. Vincent

The Agenor Gordilho is one of our favourite Brazilian wrecks, a relatively recent sinking from 2020 that already feels like it’s been down there for decades. Lying upright and leaning just a touch to starboard, this old ferry is enormous – 71 metres long, 13.5 metres wide, and five levels to explore. Dropping in, you often hit a cloud of schooling fish, particularly those shimmering shoals of sardines, which can be so thick they genuinely dim the light. We love finning along the upper decks, spotting sergeant majors and brown chromis darting around the railings. Head deeper and the open car deck offers a fantastic swim-through, just watch for the occasional black moray peering out from a crevice. The wheelhouse is a highlight; it’s still largely intact and you can almost imagine the captain at the helm. Even though it’s a young wreck, the early colonisers are well established – we’ve seen impressive numbers of glasseye snapper tucked into shadowy corners, and plenty of hamlets patrolling the structure. Visibility here averages around 10 metres, sometimes more, sometimes a little less, but it’s usually enough to take in the sheer scale of the Gordilho. It’s an accessible wreck, not too deep at 32 metres, and perfect for advanced open water divers who enjoy a proper penetration.

Location
St. Vincent, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Caribbean
Coordinates
13.046600, -61.209100
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Bequia Marine Conservation Area

Best Time to Dive in St. Vincent

The warmest water temperatures in St. Vincent occur in January, averaging 27.8°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 27.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.8°C (air: 25.7°C)
  • February: 27.8°C (air: 25.8°C)
  • March: 27.8°C (air: 26.1°C)
  • April: 27.8°C (air: 26.8°C)
  • May: 27.8°C (air: 27.5°C)
  • June: 27.8°C (air: 27.4°C)
  • July: 27.8°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • August: 27.8°C (air: 27.6°C)
  • September: 27.8°C (air: 28.2°C)
  • October: 27.8°C (air: 27.9°C)
  • November: 27.8°C (air: 27.0°C)
  • December: 27.8°C (air: 26.4°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in St. Vincent

Nearest Dive Centres to L’Anse Chemin/Long Point

Marine Life in St. Vincent

Home to 271 recorded species including 237 reef fish, 10 hard corals, 7 whales & dolphins, 4 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 seagrass & algae, 3 sharks & rays.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for L’Anse Chemin/Long Point

Based on average water temperature of 27.8°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 maximum depth for diving at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point?
The maximum depth recorded for diving at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point is 26m. Advanced divers, utilizing the often strong currents for a drift dive, may experience depths down to 30m/100ft along the steeply sloping reef.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point?
Divers at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point can explore a beautiful steeply sloping reef. You'll encounter huge schools of creole wrasse and brown chromis fish, along with squirrelfish, eels, and lobster hiding under coral heads. Keep an eye out for octopus and nurse sharks in the shallows. For more information on marine species, visit our wildlife database.
How difficult is the L'Anse Chemin/Long Point dive site, and is it suitable for beginners?
The L'Anse Chemin/Long Point dive site is rated as intermediate difficulty. It is not generally suitable for beginners due to the often strong currents that advanced divers use for drift diving.
What are the typical current conditions at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point?
Divers at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point can typically expect often strong currents. These conditions make it an excellent site for advanced divers to enjoy a thrilling drift dive along the beautiful reef.
What scuba diving certifications are required or recommended for L'Anse Chemin/Long Point?
Given the intermediate difficulty and the presence of often strong currents, an advanced scuba diving certification is highly recommended for L'Anse Chemin/Long Point. This will ensure divers have the necessary experience and skills to safely navigate the drift conditions.
When is the best time of year to dive at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point for optimal conditions?
The provided data does not specify the best time of year to dive at L'Anse Chemin/Long Point for optimal conditions. For general guidance on seasonal diving, please refer to our When to Dive section.