Diving became
a serious tourist attraction in Montserrat since the with the establishment
of Sea Wolf Diving School formed by Inge and
Wolf Krebs (1988). In 2003 Inge and Wolf sold Sea Wolf Diving
which still operates under the same name. Below is and excerpt from Their
original Web Site on Sea Wolf Diving.
Lightly populated even before the Soufriere eruption, Montserrat has been
free of the polluting consequences of heavy development. Diving on the
Atlantic west coast is for the strong expert as the ocean is active and
powerful. The more sheltered west coast has ample opportunities for the
novice to expert diver. Dives vary from 10 to 30 feet of depth near the
cliffs where abundant brain, star, and pillar corals compete for space
with sponges, sea fans, and sea plumes. At a depth of 40 to 50 feet, further
from shore, undulating rocky ledges support large barrel sponges and larger
examples of the coral seen at less depth closer to shore. In this zone
small and large reef fish are plentiful and maybe a turtle will be spotted.
Still further from shore on the island's shelf at a depth of 60 to 70
feet you will see the largest of the coral and sponge species. Stag horn
coral, largest examples of the local corals and sponges, and the biggest
fish add to the entertainment in this zone.
Volcanic
activity since 1995 has had an effect on undersea life in the southern
half of Montserrat. While adding to the islands land mass, Soufriere volcano
has moved the edge of the sea outward changing the underwater terrain
and the viability of the sea life in the affected area.
Photos Courtesy of Wolf Krebs
DIVING
SHOPS IN MONTSERRAT
The
Green Monkey Inn & Dive Shop, Old Towne and Little Bay, Montserrat
Cell: (664)496-2960 Dive Shop
Tel: (664)491-2960 Inn
Email: troy@DiveMontserrat.com
Web site: www.DiveMontserrat.com
Owner: Troy Deppermann, PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer with
20 years of experience Specialty: We offer a variety of activities including
scuba diving, snorkeling and sea kayaking trips, round the island boat
tours and sunset cruises. We also rent Sea Scooters, snorkeling rafts
and other "fun in the sun" equipment.
Owners Comment: We will work with you to design an itinerary
specifically for you and your group. This personalized one-on-one service
sets us apart from other pre-packaged dive shops and present you with
the unique, top quality dividng experience you expect and deserve. We
take all of the services we provide with as much care and attention as
we do diving.
DUTY
FREE
A duty free total of US $185 includes permitted items such as one carton
of cigarettes, 50 cigars, and one 40 ounce bottle of liquor.