Dive-site story
Situated in the passage between the small northern cays off St. John and St. Thomas, Mingo Pass features patch reefs and low-profile coral spurs separated by sand flats. Water movement funneling through the channel nourishes sea fans, brain corals, and gorgonians, making it a reliable spot for encountering benthic rays and cruising reef species.
Abundant soft coral gardens swaying in the natural channel flow
Frequent sightings of southern stingrays resting in the sand channels
Hawksbill turtles foraging around healthy hard coral heads
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Winter and spring offer calmer sea conditions and optimal visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksbill TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern StingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| French AngelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bar JackCaranx ruber | Common |
Marine forecast
