Local Portsmouth-area operator lists Secret Arch among its top sites and runs boat dives in the Cabrits area.
Dominica arch reef with soft corals and rock ledges.
Dominica arch reef with soft corals and rock ledges.
A Cabrits or Portsmouth-area operator is the practical way to reach Secret Arch and pick a workable day.
Secret Arch is a boat-accessed Dominica reef with a small arch, rock ledges, and soft-coral color on a plateau that feels calm and scenic when the sea settles. The site suits divers who like a straightforward structure dive with good marine life, a little current, and enough relief to make the swim worth it. Barracudas and turtles are part of the appeal.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
25m
Depth Note
The site is described on a plateau at about 25 m.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer windows when the sea is settled.
Typical Conditions
A scenic arch dive with soft corals, rock ledges, and a mild current; barracudas and turtles are common highlights when visibility is good.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Plan for a boat dive, keep the team together when the current is running, and stay controlled around the arch and rock ledges.
Access Restrictions
Use a local Portsmouth-area operator and expect the site to be reached as part of a boat-dive day.
Legal Notes
Follow local marine-park and boat-operator rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for divers comfortable with boat entries, moderate current, and a 25 m plateau with an arch and rock structure.
Freediving
Not a casual freedive target; the depth and structure make guided scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the interesting structure sits too deep for casual surface viewing.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Local Portsmouth-area operator lists Secret Arch among its top sites and runs boat dives in the Cabrits area.
Portsmouth-area travel page gives a site-specific depth cue and marine-life callouts for Secret Arch.
Dominica tourism guidance describes the island's diving as reef-rich, colorful, and guide-dependent.
Site-specific live conditions page gives explicit visibility and current values for Secret Arch.
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