Chico 2
Located on the beautiful island of Tintamarre, just a short 30-minute boat ride from Anse Marcel in Saint Martin (France), divers will find the incredible Japanese Garden, a must-visit for diving enthusiasts. With a maximum depth of 23m, this dive site offers a breathtaking underwater experience.
Explore the mesmerizing Coral Garden, teeming with an abundance of marine life including sleeper sharks, turtles, and rays. This is where the diverse biodiversity of Saint Martin comes together, creating a vibrant and colorful underwater ecosystem.
Venture further into the depths and you'll come across the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon, situated at a depth of 23m. On one side, you'll encounter the enchanting Japanese Coral Garden, where encounters with turtles, reef sharks, and sleeper sharks are common. On the other side, a remarkable reef awaits, featuring a central fault that often attracts eagle rays and lobsters.
Diving in Saint Martin is a truly zen-like experience, and exploring the Japanese Garden is an absolute must for advanced divers. With visibility reaching up to 13m and a maximum depth of 18m, this dive site offers an unforgettable underwater adventure. So grab your gear and dive in to discover the wonders of this remarkable dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Saint Martin (France).
Explore the mesmerizing Coral Garden, teeming with an abundance of marine life including sleeper sharks, turtles, and rays. This is where the diverse biodiversity of Saint Martin comes together, creating a vibrant and colorful underwater ecosystem.
Venture further into the depths and you'll come across the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon, situated at a depth of 23m. On one side, you'll encounter the enchanting Japanese Coral Garden, where encounters with turtles, reef sharks, and sleeper sharks are common. On the other side, a remarkable reef awaits, featuring a central fault that often attracts eagle rays and lobsters.
Diving in Saint Martin is a truly zen-like experience, and exploring the Japanese Garden is an absolute must for advanced divers. With visibility reaching up to 13m and a maximum depth of 18m, this dive site offers an unforgettable underwater adventure. So grab your gear and dive in to discover the wonders of this remarkable dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Saint Martin (France).
Diving Conditions Score for Chico 2
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Chico 2
Depth
18m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Chico 2
Wave Height
1.48m
Wind Speed
37 m/s
Water Temp
28.1°C
Visibility
35.34km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
5.9s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Chico 2
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Chico 2
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.022899999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.46m, Wind 33.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.7318999999999996/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Chico 2 : 06:00
Sunset at Chico 2 : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Chico 2 are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
12:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.46m (5.85s), Wind: 33.2 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.44m (5.85s), Wind: 33.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.26m, Wind: 30.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Chico 2 Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chico 2
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Chico 2
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Chico 2
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Chico 2
Water Temp
21.8°C / 71.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Chico 2
Chico 2 shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.8°C) and December the coldest (17.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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