Dive-site story
Five Fingers is a distinctive volcanic formation situated along the southern coast of Sint Eustatius. The site takes its name from ancient basalt lava ridges extending outward into the sea like outstretched fingers. Navigating between these volcanic canyons reveals dramatic drop-offs, swim-throughs, and rock faces populated by encrusting sponges and hard coral colonies.
Series of parallel volcanic lava fingers forming gullies and narrow canyons
Large barrel sponges and deep gorgonian fans clinging to volcanic basalt
Nurse sharks and stingrays resting along the sandy gully bottoms
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Winter and spring bring drier weather and dependable sea conditions, though diving continues comfortably year-round outside severe weather windows.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern StingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill Sea TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted MorayGymnothorax moringa | Common | ||||||||||||
| French AngelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Caribbean Spiny LobsterPanulirus argus | Common |
Marine forecast
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