Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Keep an eye out for triggerfish, nurse sharks, and eagle rays as you explore the vibrant and colorful reef. The reef is adorned with unique Chinese pagoda-like formations, adding to the beauty and intrigue of this underwater adventure.
This dive site is an extension of the Layer Cake dive site, extending to the southern part of the island. The strong currents that prevail here make it an ideal location for an exciting drift dive. Advanced divers will appreciate the abundance of colors and shapes offered by the reef, including overhangs that provide shelter for nurse sharks seeking respite from the current.
In addition to the captivating marine life and stunning underwater topography, this dive site is a popular destination for lionfish hunting. With a maximum depth of 25 meters (75 feet), this dive offers plenty of opportunities to explore and discover the hidden wonders of the underwater world.
Located in Grenada, this dive site offers visibility of up to 22 meters (72 feet), making it an immersive and visually stunning experience. With its close proximity to Belmont, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, this dive site provides easy access for divers seeking a memorable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Depth
20m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Wave Height
1.56m
Wind Speed
32.5 m/s
Water Temp
28.2°C
Visibility
17.1km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
5.95s
Air Temperature
27.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.2919/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.56m, Wind 31.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 5.7838/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pagodas Garden, 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: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.56m (5.95s), Wind: 31.3 m/s
Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.56m, Wind: 31.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pagodas Garden, CarriacouAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pagodas Garden, 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 Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Ideal Conditions for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
June
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pagodas Garden, Carriacou
Pagodas Garden, Carriacou shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.0°C) and January the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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 19, 2026