Mergulhar em St. Lucia
Informações gerais
Informação de Mergulho
Many of the best dive sites of St. Lucia are concentrated within the Soufriere Marine Reserve, located on the southern part of the island. The northwest coast is also an interesting place to dive; the sites here are not only less crowded but also offer sightings of larger animals that may not be found in other parts of the island.
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Condições de Mergulho
The water temperature in St. Lucia is perfect for diving throughout the year, with a minimum of 26° C/80° F and a maximum of 29° C/83° F.
Water visibility in. Lucia is generally great, around 30 meters/100 feet and often exceeding, but may decrease during the rainy season when it can drop to just a few meters.
Tipos de Mergulho
Destaques
Lesleen M – The Lesleen M wreck is one of the most popular dive sites in St. Lucia, home to numerous species of coral and animal life. A former cargo ship, it sank in 1986 and had all the time to become a colorful artificial reef. Given its shallow depth, divers of all levels of experience can dive this fascinating site. Those with wreck diving training can penetrate the ship and explore its cabins. On most days, visibility is excellent. Truly an unmissable dive spot teeming with life.
Anse Chastanet – Located off the Anse Chastanet Resort, this reef is a haven for both novice and experienced divers. The reef slopes from as little as 8 meters/25 feet to over 30 meters/100 feet in a coral wall. It offers diverse marine life, including sightings of sea turtles, blue tangs, butterflyfish, porcupinefish, filefish, grunts, and trumpetfish.
Superman’s Flight – A popular drift dive site on the west face of Petit Piton, the iconic peak of Saint Lucia. The currents are stronger here because of the local topography, and divers will get that flying sensation they’re after. Marine life is also spectacular; about 150 species of fish are spotted at Superman’s Flight regularly.
Fairyland – Large boulders, healthy coral and sponges, and excellent visibility have turned this sloping reef into a real fairyland. Due to its shallow depth, even beginner divers can enjoy this spectacular spot. The vibrant reef is home to a large number of schooling fish such as creole wrasses and blue-green chromis. Sea turtles can be seen here as well.
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