Night Snorkeling at Anse Cochon: Flashlight Marine Life

Three hours in the water after sunset, flashlight in hand, watching what the reef becomes at night

Night snorkeling at Anse Cochon Marine Reserve in Saint Lucia is a 3-hour activity where you enter the water with a mask, snorkel, fins and flashlight to observe nocturnal marine life under moonlight. The boat departs Marigot Bay dock at 5:30 p.m., giving you the sunset during the ride out to the reserve. A live English-speaking guide leads the snorkeling, and bottled water is provided; lifejackets are available if needed.

The Experience

You meet the boat at Marigot Bay's main dock at 5:30 p.m. and ride out to Anse Cochon, watching the light change over the water as you go. The snorkeling itself runs about an hour in the reserve, where the flashlight reveals fish and corals that stay hidden during the day—nocturnal species move differently, feed differently, and the beam picks out details the sun would wash out. Bring a GoPro if you want to capture it; the warm water and the setup make recording straightforward.

The gear is supplied: mask, snorkel, fins, and the flashlight that makes the whole thing work. Lifejackets are there if you want one. Bottled water comes with you. The activity assumes moderate fitness and comfort in the water; it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns. A guide in English stays with the group and knows where the nocturnal action is.

What’s included

• Boat ride from Marigot Bay dock to Anse Cochon Marine Reserve.
• mask, snorkel, fins, and flashlight.
• lifejackets if needed.
• bottled water.
• live English-speaking guide.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Lush Excursions

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Marigot Bay and want to snorkel at night—the 5:30 p.m. start catches the sunset on the way out, and the dock is walkable from the bay, so no transfer needed.

Top questions

What time does the night snorkeling at Anse Cochon start?

The boat departs Marigot Bay main dock at 5:30 p.m., so you meet there before that time. The snorkeling portion lasts about an hour once you reach Anse Cochon Marine Reserve.

What marine life will I see snorkeling at night in Anse Cochon?

Nocturnal fish and corals come active after dark in Anse Cochon Marine Reserve. The flashlight illuminates species and behaviors that stay hidden during daylight, revealing details the sun would obscure.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Mask, snorkel, fins, and flashlight are all included. Lifejackets are available if you need one, and bottled water comes with the activity.

Can I record the night snorkeling with a camera or GoPro?

Yes, you can bring a GoPro or similar camera. The warm water and the flashlight setup make recording straightforward during the snorkeling.

Do I need to be an experienced snorkeler for night snorkeling at Anse Cochon?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness and comfort in the water. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.