Dive Review of
Scuba St. Lucia/Anse Chastanet in
St. Lucia/Soufriere

 Grand Cayman, Belize, Thailand, Maldives, Palau, Hawaii 

Dive Conditions

Dives were mostly 50-60 feet, although those with computers could go deeper
within sight.  Had to follow guide.  Time limits 40-50 minutes.  

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Overall Rating

Hotel was great.  Many buildings with 3 - 5 units on different levels,
built into the hillside.  One wall open to beautiful flowers and birds (and
a few mosquitos).  Good views even from the cheaper units (higher prices
had even better views up the hill).  The signature "Piton" peaks
actually look as good in person as in the photos.  Staff uniformly helpful
and pleasant.  Food was a bit fancy for my taste, but my girl-friend loved
it.  Much of the island itself, especially in the less developed south
portion, meets the "tropical paradise" description.
Overall, the diving was good but not great.  Most of the sites are
similar, steep slope down from the shore.  Few canyons, channels, etc. 
Good variety of coral, and the best selection of colors, types and sizes of
sponges I've seen in one place.  Lots of small fish, all less than two feet
- they have a marine conservation area in place now, but should have done
it a long time ago.  Everyone had to stay with the dive-master.  Most of
the dives were 60' or less, which was OK as there didn't appear to be
anything different deeper.  At a lot of the sites there was a light
current, which allowed easy drifting but no trouble to stop if you wanted
to check something out.  Divemasters and boat crew were friendly and fun. 
They were helpful if you asked them, but didn't volunteer much.  On most
days they schedule only two dives, one tank in morning and one in afternnon
afternoon, which makes it hard to get off and see other things on the
island if you have the two dives a day package.  Scuba shop is convenient
on the beach at the resort, with hangers and lockers for equipment - hop on
the boat right there.  Not exciting diving, but pleasant and relaxed. 

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