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Statia visibility is described as good to excellent, and local dives are supervised by a dive center.
Dive Spot Guide•
Nursing Station
Boat-run marine reserve reef with lava ledges.
Local operator required
Boat access and reserve supervision are typically arranged through a local dive center.
Local dive-boat access, mild year-round conditions, and a coral-laced lava flow make this a relaxed reef dive with ledges, overhangs, and good marine life.
About Nursing Station
Coral-encrusted lava flow in a marine reserve, reached by a short boat run from Statia. Ledges, overhangs, and hard-coral growth make it a relaxed reef dive with regular shark, turtle, and reef-fish sightings.
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Research Estimate At Nursing Station
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Nursing Station?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Nursing Station Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 19m
Depth Note
Public references place the site in the 40-75ft range, with operator material giving a 19m maximum depth.
Best Season
Year-round; settled weather gives the easiest and clearest dives.
Typical Conditions
Usually a mild tropical boat dive with a coral-encrusted lava flow, ledges, and occasional drift feel.
Safety & Access At Nursing Station
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on the mild drift, watch buoyancy around the lava edges, and use the local operator briefing for the boat entry and exit.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is arranged through local dive operators, and reserve briefings are the normal setup.
Legal Notes
Follow the marine-reserve rules and local operator instructions; do not touch or take marine life or coral.
Local Intel For Nursing Station
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for relaxed reef dives, buoyancy practice, and wildlife spotting on a local boat run.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the boat logistics and depth favor scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is only realistic on very calm days, while the main structure sits better in scuba range.
Wildlife at Nursing Station
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Nursing Station
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Nursing Station
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
