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Overview

Steep reef drop named for seasonal blackjack fish, with sea fans, sponges, lobsters, morays, groupers, rays and sharks. Primary use: Dive Site. Activities: Scuba diving; Underwater photography; Boat dive. Best for: Certified divers. Access: Boat via S/E Little Tobago. Confirm conditions with a licensed local operator and use reef-safe practices. Verify operator guidance, sea conditions, protected-area rules and safety requirements before visiting.

Water SportsReef / Marine SiteDive SiteTobagoLittle TobagoReef & MarineFringing reefDiversIntermediateScuba divingUnderwater photographyBoat dive

Black Jack Hole Details

Type
Reef / Marine Site
site Role
Attraction
destination Class
Reef & Marine
primary Type
Dive Site
subtype
Fringing reef
Water activity
Dive Site
Activities
Scuba diving, Underwater photography, Boat dive
nearest Access Point
S/E Little Tobago
access Type
Boat
Boat required
Yes
shore Access
No
stewardship Do Not Do
Do not stand on coral, remove fish/birds/mangroves, anchor on reef, touch wildlife, litter, or publish unsafe unauthorised access instructions.
depth Range M
7-40m
depth Range Ft
24-132ft
dive Type
Fringing reef
difficulty
Intermediate
Certification
Open Water with local operator briefing; Intermediate comfort recommended
snorkeling Suitability
Low; scuba-focused
diving Suitability
Scuba site; verify with local operator
glass Bottom Suitability
Unknown/varies
Family-friendly
Only for certified divers / course participants
non Swimmer Viewing
No
Water conditions
Frequent strong currents
drift Dive
Yes
safety Flags
Use licensed dive operator; Strong current/drift review; Boat traffic / surface marker buoy
marine Life Highlights
Speyside/Little Tobago reef fish, corals, sponges, rays, turtles and sharks depending on site.
coral Habitat Highlights
Fringing reef
seasonality Best Time
Operator-dependent; verify with current sea conditions.
Tip
Confirm conditions with a licensed local operator and use reef-safe practices.
cta Label
Find a licensed dive operator
Area
Little Tobago
Category
Water Sports

Amenities

Access: BoatBest for: Certified diversDepth: 7-40mConditions: Frequent strong currentsConservation sensitivity: High

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