Anguilla dive-site package listing Captain Turtle among local options.
Turtle-rich Anguilla reef with an easy profile.
Turtle-rich Anguilla reef with an easy profile.
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Captain Turtle is a shallow-to-moderate Anguilla reef site known for frequent turtle encounters and resting nurse sharks. The site is approachable for many divers, but it still rewards a calm pace and careful buoyancy around the reef and soft coral fans.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 21m
Depth Note
Reported as a 20-65 ft range, with a maximum around 19-21 m.
Typical Conditions
Average visibility around 12-15 m has been reported.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Good buoyancy matters around the plateau and drop-off.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow-to-moderate profile (6–20 m) makes it suitable for both novice and experienced scuba divers.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Anguilla dive-site package listing Captain Turtle among local options.
Captain Turtle profile with turtle and nurse shark sightings.
Anguilla beginner-site article that includes Captain Turtle among accessible reef stops.
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