Plongée à Antigua — Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua boasts 365 beaches and a marine park at Cades Reef that protects the island's healthiest corals. Nelson's Dockyard in English Harbour provides world-class sailing heritage topside, while underwater the gentle reef slopes suit beginners and the outer walls offer depth for experienced divers. A strong resort scene makes it a great couples' destination.

Score
68.7
Visibilité
15–30m
Température
26–29°C
Meilleurs mois
December, January, February
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Antigua
Antigua and BarbudaCaribbean
68.7

SCORE

17.0608°N

-61.7964°E

Antigua boasts 365 beaches and a marine park at Cades Reef that protects the island's healthiest corals. Nelson's Dockyard in English Harbour provides world-class sailing heritage topside, while underwater the gentle reef slopes suit beginners and the outer walls offer depth for experienced divers. A strong resort scene makes it a great couples' destination.

365 Beaches and Vibrant Reefs

Visibility15–30 m
Temperature26–29°C
Max Depth35 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$105
Best MonthsDecember, January, February, March
CertificationOpen WaterBeginner Friendly

Score Breakdown

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ML62.0CH58.0VIS72.0SV62.0TMP85.0DA60.0OP70.0TS88.0GT78.0VAL55.0CRD72.0SP62.0

Marine Life

62.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
60
Megafauna Encounters
48
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
58
Endemic Species
52
Marine Life Diversity
62.0
Coral & Reef Health
58.0
Visibility & Conditions
72.0
Dive Site Variety
62.0
Water Temperature
85.0
Depth & Access
60.0
Operator Quality
70.0
Topside Experience
88.0
Getting There
78.0
Value & Cost
55.0
Crowding
72.0
Social Proof
62.0

Dive Types

reefwallwreckdrift

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Nelson's Dockyard tourShirley Heights sunset partycatamaran cruisezip-lining

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Nelson's Dockyard (UNESCO)
  • Betty's Hope sugar plantation

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber150 km — Saba Hyperbaric Chamber
Nearest Hospital5 km

No on-island chamber; nearest at Saba or Guadeloupe; Mount St. John's Medical Centre for first response

Skill LevelBeginner Friendly
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Dive Antigua

PADI

4.7
180 reviewsNITROX

Jolly Dive

SSI

4.5
120 reviews