St. Vincent is known as the muck diving capital of the Caribbean. That doesn't mean that the water is always silty though - the leeward shore of the island typically has visibility up to 100 feet due to the presence of volcanic, granite-based sand that falls quickly when stirred. Surveyors hunting for "bucket list" fish species are in luck; the staff at Dive St. Vincent have a knack for finding small, cryptic species like frogfish, seahorses and more. The island has dramatic topside topography as well, making it a scenic location to enjoy during surface intervals.
Project Focus: The purpose of this trip is to conduct fish surveys to support REEF's Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Click here to learn more about participating in fish surveys on a REEF Field Survey Trip!
Best Suited For: Divers, Non-divers
Accommodations: Accommodations are at Sunset Shores Hotel. The package includes accommodation in an Ocean view room. Ocean view rooms have either two double beds or one queen bed. The ocean view rooms overlook the courtyard pool area and the ocean. All rooms are air-conditioned and include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, private patio or balcony, in-room safe, mini fridge, and coffee and tea making facilities.
Diving: The trip package includes 5 days of 2-tank morning dives and 1 tank afternoon dives. The average water temperature in St. Vincent during the time of the trip is approximately 80°F. Nitrox is not available at this location.
Pricing, Inclusions, and Other Fees
| Ocean View Room | |
| Double Occupancy, Diver | $1,882 |
| Single Occupancy, Diver | $2,322 |
Your Package Includes: The trip package includes 7 nights of accommodation, Transfers, breakfast each day, 5 days of 2-tank morning dives and 1-tank afternoon dive, all government/hotel taxes, service fees, tanks, and weights.
REEF Program Fee: A REEF Program Fee of $350 will be added to each package to cover the cost of the group leader, seminar, and REEF survey materials. The REEF Program Fee applies to all divers and any attendee age 18 or older.
Additional Fees: The following costs are not included in the price paid to REEF. All flights and associated travel to and from St. Vincent, additional dives outside of the package inclusions, Meals outside of breakfast and optional rental gear. Gratuities are not included in the trip package and are at each individual's discretion.
Registration
To reserve your space, email trips@REEF.org or call 305-588-5869. A $500 per person deposit will be due to confirm your reservation. Visit our Trip Policies page for more information on deposit and payment schedules.
St Vincent Travel Info
Insurance: Travel insurance is not included. REEF strongly recommends that each participant purchase adequate dive travel insurance to protect themselves from unforeseen circumstances. REEF partners with both DiveAssure and DAN to offer travel insurance packages specifically for divers. REEF will receive a portion of the proceeds from travel insurance purchases when you click on the following affiliate links for DiveAssure or DAN.
How to Get There: Participants are responsible for booking flights to and from St. Vincent's Argyle International Airport (SVD) arriving on Saturday, February 20 and departing on Saturday, February. 27. This page has information about options for getting to St. Vincent.
Transfers: Transfers are included in the package. REEF will collect flight info before the trip departure date to arrange airport transfers.
Passports, Documentation and Visas: Visitors must have a current passport with at least 1 blank page, adequate funds to support themselves, and a return airline ticket. Please consult the appropriate consulate for specific travel regulations and to ensure that you have the correct documentation.
COVID-19 Considerations: It is the participant's responsibility to ensure that they understand and comply with all local requirements (for entry and visit as a tourist) of the host destination, and for exit and entry requirements for their home country. Be prepared for your plans to change. Be sure your travel insurance covers COVID-related issues. No travel is risk-free during the COVID-19 pandemic. Countries may further restrict travel or bring in new rules at short notice, for example, due to a new COVID-19 variant. Please be aware that REEF is not a travel agent. We are doing our best to interpret the information provided by our trip vendor and the host country’s government COVID-19 webpages. We encourage everyone to do their own research, interpretation, and due diligence. Please see REEF’s COVID-19 Considerations and Vaccine Policies section in our REEF Field Survey Trips Policies page for more information.