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Dive Spot Guide•
Gilbraltar
Far-north Statia reef-wall dive with boulders and barracuda.
A St. Eustatius boat dive with a reef-wall profile, boulders around the approach, and an exposed far-north location.
About Gilbraltar
Gilbraltar is a far-north Statia boat dive built around a giant rock and a reef-wall profile where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean. The boulder-strewn approach and exposed setting give it a bigger, wilder feel than a sheltered reef, with barracuda, nurse sharks, and deepsea fans on the rock.
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Research Estimate At Gilbraltar
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
Where Is Gilbraltar?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Gilbraltar Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
20m
Depth Note
Public guides publish the site at 65 ft / 20 m and describe it as a reef-wall dive on Statia's far north side.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer sea-state days making the north-side run easier.
Typical Conditions
A reef-wall dive around a giant rock with boulders on the approach, open-water exposure, and frequent fish life in the structure.
Safety & Access At Gilbraltar
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Surge
Safety Notes
Treat the far-north face as an exposed reef-wall dive, keep trim tight over the boulders, and back off if the sea state starts to build.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal plan and the far-north position makes this a conditions-aware run with a local operator.
Legal Notes
Use the marine-park mooring, do not anchor, and keep clear of the rock and boulders.
Local Intel For Gilbraltar
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A boat dive for divers who are comfortable with a reef-wall profile and a bit of open-water exposure.
Freediving
This is not a freedive-first site; the wall and exposed approach are better handled with scuba and a guide.
Snorkeling
The reef edge may be visible from the surface, but the signature rock and wall profile are mainly a scuba dive.
Wildlife at Gilbraltar
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Gilbraltar
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Gilbraltar
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
