British Virgin Islands
The Chikuzen
About this Dive Site
Description
The Chikuzen, a 246-foot refrigeration ship that met its end in 1981, is a premier dive destination off Anegada. This artificial reef has blossomed into a vibrant sanctuary, attracting an impressive variety of marine life, including sharks, stingrays, and vast schools of fish.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
March, April, January, February, May, June, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, ideal for exploring the Horseshoe Reef.
Feb
Consistent visibility, calm seas.
Mar
Excellent visibility, abundant marine life on the reef.
Apr
Peak visibility, great for spotting larger reef fish.
More monthly highlights
May
Warm waters, good for seeing juvenile reef inhabitants.
Jun
Warm water diving, possibility of encountering nurse sharks.
Jul
Warmest water, but rain can reduce visibility.
Aug
Continued warm water, rain is common.
Sep
End of rainy season, visibility can be lower.
Oct
Visibility improves, good for exploring wrecks.
Nov
Excellent visibility, good chance to see rays.
Dec
Good visibility, calm conditions for exploring the reef.
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