Local guide for Rock Garden with boulder-garden terrain and volcanic bubble detail.
A relaxed Carriacou boat dive over sand, grass, and rock.
A relaxed Carriacou boat dive over sand, grass, and rock.
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Boat access from Carriacou operators; the route begins at Whirlpool on Mabouya Island.
Rock Garden is a relaxed Carriacou boat dive that starts at Whirlpool on the back of Mabouya Island and runs along the island’s east side. The route mixes sand, turtle grass, and volcanic rock garden terrain, with easy cruising, gentle conditions, and a profile that suits divers who want a low-stress reef day rather than a big current or depth push.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 18m
Depth Note
Sources place the route around an average of 14 m, with a maximum of about 18 m / 60 ft.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Gentle throughout, with minimal current, very good visibility, and an easy route over sand, turtle grass, and boulder garden terrain.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Watch buoyancy around the rock garden and keep an eye on any slight current. The site is easy, but the terrain still rewards calm trim and careful finning.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from Carriacou operators; the route starts at Whirlpool on Mabouya Island.
Legal Notes
Use operator briefings and follow local marine access rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Easy, relaxing scuba route with an average depth around 14 m and a shallow enough profile for comfortable cruising.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target; it makes more sense as a guided scuba route with boat support.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel site; the route is better suited to scuba divers than surface snorkeling.
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.
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Research Sources
Local guide for Rock Garden with boulder-garden terrain and volcanic bubble detail.
Independent article covering the Mabouya area, minimal current, and strong visibility.
Operator page for the Mabouya/Whirlpool dive area and its boat-access route.
Regional diving PDF with visibility range and Carriacou marine-life notes.
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