Depth, marine life, and visibility range.
Deep penetrable wreck dive off Gustavia.
Deep penetrable wreck dive off Gustavia.
Kayali is a deep, fully penetrable trawler wreck off Gustavia that draws wreck divers who want a deliberate, structured exploration. The dive sits as a compact hull with interior spaces and a simple boat approach, so the main challenge is depth management rather than navigation. It is best done with a guide and calm conditions, because the wreck rewards slow, careful diving.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
29m - 30m
Depth Note
The wreck sits at roughly 29-30 m, so the usable profile is a single deep wreck rather than a broad depth band.
Best Season
November to May is generally the better window for calmer, clearer diving.
Typical Conditions
Deep wreck with a compact profile, moderate marine growth, and generally calm-water demand rather than strong-swell conditions.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Penetration is for trained divers only. Keep the dive slow, monitor gas carefully, and follow the guide's wreck plan.
Access Restrictions
Boat access off Gustavia is the normal plan, and wreck penetration should be limited to trained divers with a guide.
Legal Notes
Follow site and reserve guidance for St Barth wreck diving and do not treat penetration as casual sightseeing.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A good site for learning wreck diving; trained divers can enter and explore multiple rooms inside the wreck.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving because the wreck sits too deep and has overhead spaces.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck is too deep for practical 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.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Depth, marine life, and visibility range.
Soft-coral growth, moray eels, grunts, snappers, and current tone.
Deep penetrable wreck, turtles, and eagle rays.
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