Anse Chastanet: The Ultimate Caribbean Dive Retreat for Couples and Eco-Adventurers

There are dive resorts... and then there’s Anse Chastanet.

Tucked between lush rainforest and the warm Caribbean Sea, Anse Chastanet is one of Saint Lucia’s most iconic eco-luxury resorts, combining sustainable design, island charm, and top-tier diving. For Canadian couples and nature-loving scuba travelers, this resort offers a rare balance of tranquility, biodiversity, and accessible diving — all without sacrificing comfort.

At Scuba Holidays, we specialize in curating memorable, low-stress dive getaways. Here's why Anse Chastanet should be at the top of your list for 2025 and beyond.

A Resort Built to Blend with Nature

Perched on a hillside overlooking the UNESCO-protected Pitons, Anse Chastanet is an architectural marvel. Designed by artist and environmentalist Nick Troubetzkoy, the resort’s open-air rooms are built into the mountainside, offering sweeping views of the sea, jungle, or both — all while preserving the surrounding ecosystem.

The resort prioritizes sustainability, using natural materials, solar heating, and native landscaping. There are no TVs or radios in rooms — not out of austerity, but to reconnect guests with the sounds of nature and waves lapping below.

And for Canadians escaping a long winter? It’s exactly the kind of immersive, healing experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.

Dive Right In: Unbeatable Access to a Marine Reserve

Anse Chastanet isn't just near the reef — it sits directly above a marine reserve. Guests can walk from their room to the dive center and be underwater within minutes.

Shore Diving

The resort’s house reef begins just meters offshore, with entry via a sandy beach or dock. This site is ideal for:

• New divers looking to ease into the sport

• Underwater photographers

• Night diving (with octopus, lobsters, and sleeping parrotfish)

The reef features gentle slopes, coral fingers, and an impressive variety of reef fish and invertebrates.

Boat Dives

More than a dozen dive sites are within a 10-minute boat ride, including:

• Fairyland: Known for its colorful sponges, turtles, and schooling jacks

• Superman’s Flight: A drift dive along the base of the Petit Piton

• Pinnacles: Towering volcanic formations with exceptional vertical life

• Coral Gardens: Great for intermediate divers looking for macro species

Dive groups are kept small, and the schedule is flexible — a luxury rarely found in larger dive operations.

The Scuba St. Lucia Dive Center

Anse Chastanet’s onsite dive facility, Scuba St. Lucia, is a PADI 5-Star Dive Center with decades of experience. 

Services Include:

• Guided shore and boat dives

• Discover Scuba and certification programs

• Equipment rentals and storage

• Photography-friendly dive plans

What sets it apart is the staff. Canadian guests consistently praise the personalized service, from gear handling to surface interval storytelling.

The dive team is particularly great with new and intermediate divers, offering patient guidance and attention to comfort and safety. Whether you're brushing up skills or logging your 100th dive, you'll feel supported at every step.

Accommodations Designed for Rest & Relaxation

With just 49 rooms spread across the hillside and beachfront, Anse Chastanet offers a level of intimacy that larger resorts can’t match.

Room Categories:

• Hillside Deluxe: Open-walled rooms with Piton views

• Beachside Deluxe: Steps from the sand with air conditioning

• Premium Suites: Elevated units with sweeping vistas and hand-carved furnishings

Each room is uniquely styled with local art, hardwood finishes, and handmade textiles. There’s no “standard room” here — every space is part of the resort’s artistic identity.

It’s easy to see why divers  return year after year.

Cuisine, Culture, and Relaxation

Dining is a big part of the Anse Chastanet experience. There are several on-site restaurants offering:

• Caribbean Creole cuisine with fresh fish and produce from the resort’s organic farm

• Vegetarian and vegan options at the Emeralds restaurant

• Beachside grill and fine dining for romantic evenings

In between dives, guests can:

• Enjoy a massage at the Kai Belté Spa

• Take a cooking class or chocolate tasting at nearby Jade Mountain

• Hike jungle trails or visit a local cocoa plantation

Everything is crafted to be low-stress, rejuvenating, and rooted in Saint Lucian culture.

 Sustainable Tourism in Action

Anse Chastanet’s commitment to eco-tourism is genuine and well-executed:

• The resort operates its own organic farm

• Single-use plastics are avoided

• Local staff and suppliers are prioritized

• Coral reef protection programs are supported in partnership with local NGOs

This makes it an ideal fit for eco-conscious Canadian travelers, particularly those who care about leaving a lighter footprint while still enjoying the finer things.

Travel Tips for Canadians

Getting to Saint Lucia from Ontario is straightforward:

• Direct flights from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to Hewanorra International (UVF) are available multiple times weekly

• Airport transfers to the resort are arranged by Scuba Holidays

• Canadians can stay up to 6 months visa-free

Travel time is approximately 5–6 hours, and the island’s tropical climate offers a welcome escape year-round.

Why Book Anse Chastanet with Scuba Holidays

Scuba Holidays offers:

• Tailored packages to meet all your needs

• Help with dive course bookings, gear rental requests, and transfers

We know Saint Lucia — and we know how to make this a trip you’ll talk about for years.

Anse Chastanet is not just a place to stay — it’s a place to connect: with others, with the ocean, and with yourself. It offers a perfect balance of Caribbean charm, luxury, and world-class diving wrapped in a philosophy of sustainability and wellness.

If you’re a Canadian diver searching for an eco-luxury dive resort that delivers on every front, this is the one.

Contact Scuba Holidays today to plan your Saint Lucia escape.