Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
One of the highlights of this dive site is the opportunity to witness volcanic bubbles seeping through the sea bed, creating a truly unique and awe-inspiring sight. As you explore the depths, you'll encounter an abundance of marine life including schools of wrasse, grunts, and tomtates. Keep an eye out for lobsters, turtles, and rays, as they often make surprising appearances.
Whether you're a beginner looking to gain experience or an advanced diver seeking a new adventure, this site has something for everyone. The sandy patch at 9m/24f is an ideal spot for beginners and training exercises. As you descend further, you'll encounter a slope reef ranging from 12m/36f to 24m/75f. Here, you'll find a sand channel inhabited by graceful garden eels and a small wreck serving as a home to massive lobsters.
One of the most remarkable features of this site is the Bubble Garden, a natural wonder formed by the volcanic activity of Kick em' Jenny. At the end of each dive, divers have the opportunity to explore a mesmerizing boulder garden, where they can spot sleeping nurse sharks, elusive octopuses, and a myriad of other fascinating creatures. This site also offers great snorkeling opportunities, making it a perfect spot for both divers and snorkelers.
With a visibility of 18m and a maximum depth of 18m, this dive site provides an unforgettable underwater experience. Whether you're fascinated by vibrant marine life or captivated by underwater formations, this dive site on Mabouya Island is a must-visit location. It's also conveniently located near L'Esterre, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, offering divers easy access to this breathtaking site. Don't miss the chance to explore the wonders that await beneath the surface of this incredible dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Depth
18m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Wave Height
1.82m
Wind Speed
35.5 m/s
Water Temp
28.1°C
Visibility
33.22km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
6s
Air Temperature
28.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 5.7391/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.84m, Wind 35.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 5.2519/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou 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.
Score: 5.7/10
Waves: 1.84m (6s), Wind: 35.5 m/s
Score: 5.7/10
Waves: 1.84m (5.95s), Wind: 37 m/s
Score: 5.3/10
Waves: 1.82m, Wind: 34.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mabouya Whirlpool, CarriacouAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
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 Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Ideal Conditions for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Water Temp
21.2°C / 70.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou
Mabouya Whirlpool, Carriacou shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.2°C) and December the coldest (17.2°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