St. Helena
Saint Helena , Saint HelenaThe diving in St Helena is like nothing on earth. Imagine a volcanic rock that rises thousands of metres from the seabed in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and breaks the surface. This creates a marine environment beyond comparison There are Chilean Devil Rays,,endemic butterfly fish, a series of wrecks found at depths as varied as 7-50 metres and rock ledges that point out to sea. Each of which attracts a series of Jacks, reef fish, rays, birds, dolphins. There are nudibranchs and rabbitfish on most dives. For the past 12 years whale sharks have inexplicably appeared in St Helena for 3 months of the year. We cannot dive with Whale Sharks, but I have, on every visit to St Helena, either had whale sharks pass us at depth, or swim around the dive boat when we have finished diving. As long as they approach us, we are able to snorkel and observe them. In addition to this, we will also have two stand-alone whale shark snorkelling experiences. Of course all interaction is subject to nature and HM Govt regulations.
In addition, St Helena is the most remote island in the Atlantic and home to numerous endemic species, millions of birds, beautiful beaches, and incredible topography thanks to its volcanic history. Combined with its history as the exile home of Napolean, there is plenty for non-divers to enjoy.