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Point Cistern, Carriacou
Shallow Carriacou macro site with easy shore access
About Point Cistern, Carriacou
Point Cistern, Carriacou is a shallow shore-access macro site between Paradise Beach and Tyrell Bay, built around volcanic boulders, cliffs and a healthy reef cap. It is a strong small-life dive, with stingrays, octopus, lobsters, shrimps and nudibranchs hiding in the rocks and a calm enough top for beginners when the sea is settled. It suits slow, careful diving and photographers who want detail rather than big-water drama.
Research Estimate At Point Cistern, Carriacou
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Where Is Point Cistern, Carriacou?
Point Cistern, Carriacou Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 18m
Depth Note
Public listings describe a shallow site with volcanic boulders, cliffs and a maximum depth of about 18 m.
Best Season
Dry season and calmer winter windows
Typical Conditions
Shallow shore-access drift site with volcanic boulders, a coral reef cap and a macro-heavy feel.
Safety & Access At Point Cistern, Carriacou
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Stay near the site if you want the lightest current, and keep the dive slow over the shallow top. The site is best when the sea is settled.
Access Restrictions
Best approached from the Paradise Beach / Tyrell Bay side in calm conditions; the site is simplest when you stay close to Point Cistern itself.
Legal Notes
No special permit is known; follow local marine-area rules and any local access guidance.
Local Intel For Point Cistern, Carriacou
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A relaxed shallow scuba site for macro photographers and newer divers who are comfortable moving slowly.
Freedive
Only the shallowest water near shore is workable; snorkelling is usually a better fit than freediving.
Snorkel
The shallower close-to-shore sections can work well for snorkelling on calm days.
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Exposure Profile at Point Cistern, Carriacou
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Wildlife at Point Cistern, Carriacou
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Recent Logged Visits At Point Cistern, Carriacou
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Point Cistern, Carriacou Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Point Cistern, Carriacou Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Spot page describing the shallow macro focus and Carriacou location.
Operator page showing Carriacou/Tyrrel Bay-based dive logistics and support.
Tourism/operator page for Tyrrel Bay dive support and logistics.
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