Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Prepare to be amazed by the variety of marine creatures you'll encounter during your dive. From grunts and wrasses to chromis and stingrays, from lobsters and bait fish to puffers and nurse sharks – the list is endless. Sandy Island's Garden has it all. This site is particularly well-suited for training sessions and beginners, offering a safe and exhilarating environment to explore. And if you're seeking an unforgettable night dive, this place will leave you mindblown.
One of the remarkable features of this dive site is that it never fails to surprise you. Whether it's the graceful gliding of a stingray or the mystical appearance of the rare "The Thing of St. Lucia" on a night dive, Sandy Island's Garden is a delightful and relaxing dive spot for entry-level divers. With a maximum depth of 20m/66f, a shallow reef extending to 5m/15f, and sand channels reaching 9m/27f, it's an ideal location for training activities. Macro enthusiasts and photographers are also drawn to this site, as they are captivated by the mesmerizing details and exceptional beauty it holds.
Located in Grenada, Sandy Island's Garden offers excellent visibility of up to 19m, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this aquatic wonderland. Its proximity to L'Esterre, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique provides easy access for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Join us at Sandy Island's Garden and discover the captivating beauty that lies beneath the water's surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Depth
15m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Wave Height
1.82m
Wind Speed
34.8 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 Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 5.727399999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.84m, Wind 35.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 5.2528/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Sandy Island 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: 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 Sandy Island Garden, CarriacouAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sandy Island 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 Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Ideal Conditions for Sandy Island Garden, 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 Sandy Island Garden, Carriacou
Sandy Island Garden, 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