Grenada

Hillsborough

Hillsborough - photo 1

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Hillsborough in Carriacou and Petite Martinique is a small coastal town that serves as a gateway to Grenada’s southern Grenadines. While Grenada’s dive scene concentrates on offshore reefs and wall dives accessible by boat, Hillsborough itself is not a major dive hub. Visitors typically base themselves on Grenada or nearby islands to reach multiple dive centers offering reef, wall, and seamount dives around Carriacou and Petite Martinique. The local freshwater Winkworth Lake is notable for kayaking or snorkeling but does not feature diving. Expect warm Caribbean waters with clear visibility on many sites, abundant corals, and marine life typical of the southern Caribbean. Access is straightforward via ferry or short flights to Grenada's main airport, with boat transfers for day trips to dive sites nearby.

Essential information for traveling in Grenada

About Grenada

Sea
Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean
Timezone
America/Grenada
Languages
EN
Demonym
Grenadian
Phone prefix
+1

Practicalities

Currency
XCD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type G
Airports
GND BGI SVD SXM TAB

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Hillsborough

Nearby Dive Sites (39)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Hillsborough

The best time to dive in Hillsborough

The best months to dive in Hillsborough are from August to September. Temperatures are confortable (28-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C 28 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
26 °C 27 °C 5/10
03 - Mar.
27 °C 28 °C 5/10
04 - Apr.
27 °C 28 °C 5/10
05 - May
28 °C 28 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 29 °C 5/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 29 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
29 °C 30 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
28 °C 29 °C 4/10
12 - Dec.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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