Island season and beach-access context.
Grenada · Carriacou (Tyrrel Bay)
Shallow reef and beach dive on Carriacou with gentle conditions.
Shallow reef and beach dive on Carriacou with gentle conditions.
White Sand Beach on Carriacou is a shallow reef dive beside a white sand beach, with volcanic boulders and shallow rocks shaping a gentle profile that suits beginners and relaxed photo dives. Expect soft coral, gorgonians, small reef fish, stingrays, and occasional turtles or nurse sharks, with beach swell and stirred sand being the main things to manage.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Use controlled finning over the sand and rocks so you do not kick up silt at the beach edge.
Access Restrictions
Public beach access is available, but rougher swell can make the shoreline less comfortable.
Legal Notes
Hawksbill turtles nest on the beach, so avoid disturbing sand or wildlife.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A gentle, relaxing dive suitable for beginners and experienced divers.
Snorkeling
Snorkelers get a workable shallow zone around the rocks and can see reef fish, rays, and turtles when the water is calm.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Island season and beach-access context.
Beach and snorkeling notes with swell context.
Official dive-site overview with depth, level, and snorkel notes.

Sheltered Grenada bay with sand channels and a reef slope.

Boat-accessed Moliniere Bay art reef with marine life.