Petit Byahau

Best months: Jan–Apr

Protected Area

LaPaz Rock Wildlife Reserve

Why dive here

With 267+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, nurse sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Petit Byahau offers some of St. Vincent's richest 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

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Petit Byahau is one of those sites we keep coming back to. Yes, you’ll probably share it with other dive boats, but don't let that put you off. It’s popular for good reason. Dropping down, you often feel a gentle push, settling into a relaxed drift along a reef that’s seriously packed. We’re talking about corals so dense they form valleys and overhangs, creating countless hidey-holes. Our favourite trick here is to slow right down, particularly when that current is barely noticeable. Scan the sand for Sand Stargazers, they're always a thrill to spot, eyes peering up. In the nooks, you’ll find Reef Scorpionfish blending in perfectly, and the Spaghetti Eels wave out of their holes. Keep an eye out for the small stuff too – Blackfin Blennies are pretty common, and the Mottled Conger Morays are surprisingly bold here. Visibility usually holds around 15 metres, which is plenty to soak it all in. Petit Byahau works for just about any diver looking for a chill, rewarding dive with plenty of chances for macro discoveries and an easy drift.