Bomber Anchor Valley
Boat dive · Spur & groove reef
On protected Desecheo Island, classic Caribbean spur-and-groove reef festooned with sea fans, healthy corals and sponges. Sea turtles, moray eels, lobsters and nurse sharks are all common.
About this site
Desecheo is a federally protected wildlife reserve, so its rich biodiversity is never put under fishing pressure. The result is classic Caribbean spur-and-groove reef at its best: healthy corals, sponges and sea fans in every direction, with an abundance of life. It is a comfortable, rewarding dive for intermediate divers and a great introduction to what the offshore islands offer.
Marine life spotted here
- Green sea turtles
- Moray eels
- Lobsters
- Nurse sharks
- Healthy corals & sponges
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