St. Pierre - Inner Islands

Vaersenbaai, or Kokomo as most divers know it, is one of those Curaçao shore dives that just keeps giving. The easy entry from the beach means you can gear up at your own pace, then it’s a short kick out to the buoy line. Descend there and you'll find the bottom littered with old car wrecks, a surprisingly atmospheric scene. It’s not just a pile of metal though; these wrecks are absolutely buzzing with life. We've spent ages poking around the rusting chassis, finding everything from sharpnose puffers tucked into crevices to schools of snapper schooling overhead. Keep an eye out for the goldspot gobies, they're always a delight to watch. The reef slopes down to about 19 meters, so it’s a great spot for newer divers, but even experienced folks will find plenty to explore. We’d suggest going in the morning before the beach gets too busy; it’s just a bit more serene down there. Visibility averages around 23 meters, making for some excellent photo opportunities among the submerged vehicles.

Location
Inner Islands, Seychelles, Indian Ocean & East Africa
Coordinates
-4.301000, 55.749900
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Curieuse Marine National Park

Best Time to Dive in Inner Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Inner Islands occur in April, averaging 30.4°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 26.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.7°C
  • February: 29.0°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 30.4°C
  • May: 29.8°C
  • June: 28.5°C
  • July: 26.8°C
  • August: 26.6°C
  • September: 27.4°C
  • October: 28.3°C
  • November: 29.0°C
  • December: 29.1°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Inner Islands

Nearest Dive Centres to St. Pierre

Marine Life in Inner Islands

Home to 184 recorded species including 156 reef fish, 8 hard corals, 6 sharks & rays, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 4 whales & dolphins, 2 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for St. Pierre

Based on average water temperature of 28.6°C, currents 11 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°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 are the typical depths for diving the wrecks in Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
The provided data pertains to the St. Pierre dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Saint-Pierre, Martinique. For the Seychelles site, depths range from 4-12 meters, with a maximum depth of 12 meters. However, the data does not specify depths exclusively for wrecks at this location, nor does it provide information for Martinique.
What kind of marine life and historical artifacts can divers expect to see at the Saint-Pierre dive sites?
The available data describes the St. Pierre dive site in Seychelles, not Saint-Pierre, Martinique. At the Seychelles site, divers can explore a cave on the eastern side where they may encounter several reef fish and whitetip reef sharks. There is no information provided regarding historical artifacts at this site or any details for Martinique.
How difficult are the dives in Saint-Pierre Bay, and are there options for beginner divers?
The information provided is for the St. Pierre dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Saint-Pierre Bay, Martinique. This particular site in Seychelles is suitable for all experience levels, making it a very good option for beginner divers or those looking for an easy dive. Depths are manageable, ranging from 4-12 meters.
What is the best time of year to dive in Saint-Pierre, Martinique, for optimal conditions?
The provided data is specific to the St. Pierre dive site in Seychelles, not Saint-Pierre, Martinique. Unfortunately, the available information does not include details about the best time of year for diving, either for Seychelles or Martinique. For general guidance on optimal conditions, you might check DivePlnr's When to Dive section.
What diving certifications are required to explore the various wrecks in Saint-Pierre, Martinique?
The data provided pertains to the St. Pierre dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Saint-Pierre, Martinique. While the site is noted as having a "wreck" type in some data, the description focuses on a general dive with depths from 4-12 meters, which is typically accessible to most certified open water divers. Specific certification requirements for wrecks are not detailed for this site, nor is there information for Martinique.
What are the typical currents and visibility conditions like when diving in Saint-Pierre Bay?
The available data describes the St. Pierre dive site in the Inner Islands, Seychelles, not Saint-Pierre Bay, Martinique. For the Seychelles site, divers can expect an average visibility of 11 meters. However, the provided information does not include any details regarding typical current conditions at this location or for Martinique.