Grenada Diving Holidays
Known as the 'Isle of Spice', due to its large production of nutmeg and other spices, Grenada occupies 133 square miles and consists of three islands: Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique. Well known for its diving, Grenada is often called the shipwreck capital of the Caribbean, offering excellent wreck-diving destinations. Beyond spots like the Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park, it's also home to vibrant coral reefs, underwater walls and, of course, marine life galore.
The best diving is primarily along the west and south coast, where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean and, as such, the variety of diving available covers a range suitable for everyone. Bubblemakers can take their first plunge in warm waters, while the inexperienced can explore the colourful coral gardens and shallow reefs and the experienced can enjoy adrenaline-fuelled drift dives and deep wreck explorations. Speaking of which, the Bianca C resides here and, due to her size, is considered the Caribbean's Titanic, so we fully expect all you advanced divers to float to the bow and flay your arms back in true DiCaprio-Winslet style.
Above the waves, the soft sand and near-empty beaches are reason alone to visit. The island is also famous for its spices (all hail the nutmeg) and annual carnival. In 1783, nutmeg replaced sugar as the main crop after the British took the island from the French and today the island supplies approximately 20% of the world's market. As for the carnival, this lavish annual affair occupies ten days in August and sees a medley of colour, music and ancient traditions paraded through the streets, creating a party not to be missed. All in all, Grenada is the perfect Caribbean destination for beach bums and aqua adventurers alike.
