When we were planning our trip to the Grenadines, I knew I wanted to scuba dive and explore the Caribbean Sea. After some incredible dives in Belize, I was eager to dive in again and experience this renowned underwater world.
I checked TripAdvisor for the top dive shops on Bequia and found there were only two on the island. With a bit of research, it was clear that Dive Bequia was the best choice. I called them, booked my dives, and geared up for some underwater adventures!
At the dive shop, I was greeted by an American instructor named Morgan. He gave me a tour of the shop and a rundown of the dive sites. I also met Charlie, the shop’s parrot, who didn’t dive but liked hanging out with the divers and talking about fish.
After a quick refresher lesson on land, Morgan and the crew took a group of us out for our first dive. They helped us with our gear and ensured everything was in order before we plunged into the crystal-clear Caribbean waters.
Our first dive was at Stratmann Wreck, an old tugboat that sank in 2003 and now sits upright in about 18 meters of water. We saw slipper lobster and French angelfish around the propeller, shoals of barracuda patrolling, and tiny spotted eels peeking out from the helm.
After exploring Stratmann for about 15 minutes, we headed to Devil’s Table, a rocky reef with deep valleys and towering boulders. I spotted trumpet fish and a lone spotted moray eel on the sandy seafloor.
I was ready for another dive as soon as we surfaced, but that was it for the day. I’d have to wait until the next day to dive again.
The following morning, I woke up early, excited to dive again. My gear was ready, and I met Morgan and two divers from the UK. After another briefing, we headed out on the boat.
Our second dive was at Moon Hole. Although not as thrilling as Stratmann, the sea life was mesmerizing. While Morgan helped the other divers, I floated over the colorful reef, peering into tiny vase corals inhabited by purple Pederson shrimps.
Hundreds of tiny blue creole wrasse filled the water, and the vibrant sponge and vase corals painted the seafloor. Unfortunately, my diving companions ran out of air sooner than expected, so we had to cut the dive short. Back at the shop, we relaxed with Charlie for a bit before heading out again.
My final dive was at Robyn’s Reef. With only three divers, it was a more intimate experience. We drifted over a garden of vibrant corals, where I found large crabs and lobsters hiding in the azure vases.
The dive was fantastic. While we didn’t see any large sea creatures, the abundance of fish and coral was impressive. The gentle current carried us along the reef, and the rhythmic breathing from my regulator put me in a state of calm. This is what diving is all about!
After three dives with Dive Bequia, I wanted more, but our time had run out. The dive crew was excellent, the boat comfortable, and the owners, Bob and Cathy, were knowledgeable and friendly. Morgan, my instructor, was funny, relaxed, yet professional, allowing me to enjoy the dives at my own pace. Overall, I had an excellent experience and would highly recommend Dive Bequia to anyone looking to explore these diverse waters.