Surprise Reef

Surprise Reef ranks 8th on the list of the best dive sites in Jamaica. Perhaps your kids have always wanted to try scuba diving, but you’re not sure where the best place is to start in Jamaica. The minimum age for PADI certification is 10 years in most places, and once your kids have their certification, they can dive in areas that are kid-friendly. Surprise Reef is one of those dive sites in Jamaica that is good for beginners. The average depth of this reef is 30 feet, and as the name suggests, it is filled with opportunities to spot all kinds of marine life including turtles and parrotfish.

Surprise Reef is fascinating because of the way divers can navigate in and out, and even around the reef for a wider perspective. This is where its name comes from. While Surprise Reef is most suitable for divers who are just starting out, more advanced divers will still appreciate this setting. The best time to come to this part of the island is between July and September. The water visibility can pleasantly surprise even the most demanding visitors and reaches 98ft/30m. The hurricane season usually takes place during the summer.

Location: Negril, Jamaica