Champagne Reef

Champagne Reef, a few miles south of Roseau, is probably the most well-known of Dominica's dive sites. The name Champagne Reef comes from the bubbles produced by the underwater hot springs. The dive usually begins with a circuit around Champagne reef, followed by a safety stop to explore the hot springs and bubbles. The variety of life is astounding, especially given the warm water temperature in the shallows. So, what is the significance of the name Champagne Reef? During the end and beginning of your dive, you will be surrounded by champagne of warm bubbles as volcanic gases vent through small fissures in the hard-rock coral. It's like taking a bubble bath!

This is a dive for all levels; the water is calm and the currents are usually light. Seahorses and frogfish are common, and flying gurnards can be seen flying over the shallow sandy areas. Squid are frequently seen inshore, close to the bubbles. The site also makes an excellent night dive when the reef comes alive with life: massive crabs and lobsters are common sightings.

• Depth: 15ft
• Location: 6JWG+WJ7, Pointe Michel, Dominica