Overview

Shallow Mount Irvine reef/wall with crevices, corals, moray eels, lobster, turtles and spotted eagle rays. Primary use: Dive Site. Activities: Scuba diving; Underwater photography; Boat dive. Best for: Certified divers. Access: Boat via Mt. Irvine / Back Bay. Confirm conditions with a licensed local operator and use reef-safe practices. Verify operator guidance, sea conditions, protected-area rules and safety requirements before visiting.

Water SportsReef / Marine SiteDive SiteTobagoLower Caribbean / Mount IrvineReef & MarineRock headlandDiversBeginnerScuba divingUnderwater photographyBoat dive

Mt Irvine Wall Details

Type
Reef / Marine Site
site Role
Attraction
destination Class
Reef & Marine
primary Type
Dive Site
subtype
Rock headland
Water activity
Dive Site
Activities
Scuba diving, Underwater photography, Boat dive
nearest Access Point
Mt. Irvine / Back Bay
access Type
Boat
Boat required
Yes
shore Access
No
stewardship Do Not Do
Do not stand on coral, remove fish/birds/mangroves, anchor on reef, touch wildlife, litter, or publish unsafe unauthorised access instructions.
depth Range M
5-15m
depth Range Ft
18-50ft
dive Type
Rock headland
difficulty
Beginner
Certification
Open Water / beginner with instructor or dive operator
snorkeling Suitability
Low; scuba-focused
diving Suitability
Beginner scuba with operator/local guidance
glass Bottom Suitability
Unknown/varies
Family-friendly
Only for certified divers / course participants
non Swimmer Viewing
No
Water conditions
Macro-marine
current Risk
Low to Moderate
drift Dive
No/verify
safety Flags
Use licensed dive operator; Boat traffic / surface marker buoy
marine Life Highlights
Tropical reef fish, corals, sponges and invertebrates; exact sightings vary.
coral Habitat Highlights
Rock headland
seasonality Best Time
Operator-dependent; verify with current sea conditions.
Tip
Confirm conditions with a licensed local operator and use reef-safe practices.
cta Label
Find a licensed dive operator
related Existing Place Slug
mount-irvine-bay-tobago
Area
Lower Caribbean / Mount Irvine
Category
Water Sports

Amenities

Access: BoatBest for: Certified diversDepth: 5-15mConditions: Macro-marineSafety: Use licensed dive operator; Boat traffic / surface marker buoyConservation sensitivity: High

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