Snorkeling, Freediving, and Scuba in Honduras

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Airplane Wreck

The Airplane Wreck is a 6-passenger single-engine aircraft that crashed in 2021, resting at a depth of approximately 24 meters. The wreck is situated flat on the seabed, providing a unique underwater structure to explore. Currently, there is minimal marine life in the vicinity due to the recent nature of the wreck, but it may attract lionfish in the future. Divers are encouraged to bring a spear for potential lionfish sightings. Access to the site is by boat.

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Airport Caves

Airport Caves is situated on the southern side of Utila, approximately 10 to 15 minutes from the main dock, in front of the former airstrip. This dive site features underwater caves and is home to various marine species. Divers can expect to see Garden Eels, Stingrays, and Trumpetfish, along with a variety of other fish such as Barracuda, Black Durgon, and Angelfishes. The entry to the site is from the shore, making it accessible for divers looking to explore the unique underwater landscape.

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Alaina’s Sandy Bottom

Alaina’s Sandy Bottom offers easy shore access, with a buoy marking the dive site at a depth of 25 feet. The terrain features a sandy bottom and includes several swim-throughs along with large coral formations. Divers can observe numerous fan corals and a variety of marine life throughout the area, encouraging exploration of the entire site.

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Anthony’s Key Resort House Reef

Anthony’s Key Resort House Reef is a shore-accessible dive site located at coordinates 16.328800, -86.573400. This site is part of the Meso-American Barrier Reef and offers opportunities for both diving and snorkeling. Marine life commonly observed here includes eels, grouper, and octopus, along with schools of blue tangs, parrotfish, angelfish, and damselfish. The reef is characterized by sea fans, star coral, and brain coral, providing a diverse underwater ecosystem for exploration.

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Aquarium

Aquarium is located on the east-northeast side, approximately 20 minutes from the main dive centers. The site features three distinct reefs: a shoreline reef, a middle reef, and an outer reef that runs parallel to the middle one. Divers can explore various underwater formations, including overhangs, caverns, and smaller caves. This site is known for the presence of marine life such as octopus, moray eels, members of the boxfish family, lionfish, and nurse sharks that can often be seen resting during the day.

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Bear’s Den

Bear’s Den is characterized by a significant underwater cave and tunnel located a few minutes east of the mooring at a depth of approximately 40 feet. This cave is spacious enough to accommodate multiple divers. The dive site features a variety of black coral in deeper areas, along with sea whips and large sponges that cover the surrounding environment.

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Big Bight

Big Bight is situated approximately 10 minutes east of Utila Harbor. The site is recognizable from the surface by a beach that has larger pieces of coral washed ashore. The beach is flanked by sharp lava rocks, which create steep walls that rise from the water. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Barrel Spongers, branching corals, Anemones, Channel Clinging Crabs, Spiny and Spanish Lobsters, Green Moray Eels, Groupers, and various sea slugs.

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Big Rock

Big Rock is a well-frequented dive site, ideal for both divers and students. The site features a large sandy area that extends from a depth of 15 feet to 130 feet. Divers can explore a stunning wall dive that offers a variety of marine life. Notably, this location is known for the presence of one of the largest seahorses in Utila, typically found in the sand between depths of 18 to 24 meters, often camouflaged among numerous garden eels.

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Bikini Bottom

Bikini Bottom is an ideal site for training and shallow dives, featuring a sandy area at depths of 15-20 feet (5-6 meters) and a top reef that extends to approximately 40 feet (12 meters). Divers can enjoy a leisurely exploration while observing smaller marine creatures and the interactions among fish as they establish territories on the reef.

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Black Coral Wall

Black Coral Wall features a gently sloping underwater wall characterized by occasional striking rock formations. The site is notable for its abundant Black Coral, which appears as wispy bushes protruding from the rocky surfaces. In addition to the Black Coral, divers can observe schools of grunts and jacks, along with various Caribbean reef fish and lobsters inhabiting the area.

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Black Hills

Black Hills is a seamount located off the southeast coast of Utila. The summit of the mound is approximately 10 meters deep, with steep drops reaching depths of over 40 meters on various sides. Divers may encounter strong currents both at the surface and below. The site is known for large schools of spadefish and jacks, and it is also a suitable location for spotting lionfish. The coral formations here are healthy and plentiful, contributing to the site's biodiversity.

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Black Rock

Black Rock is an extension of the West End Wall, characterized by its numerous fissures in the reef structure. Divers can explore a variety of soft coral formations and large barrel sponges. This site connects with other notable locations such as Texas and Pablo’s Place. While diving, keep an eye out for smaller marine life, including arrow crabs with distinctive blue claws and various shrimp species, notably the banded coral shrimp.

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Blackish Point

Blackish Point is named for the historical presence of Black Groupers in the area, although they are no longer commonly found here. The site is located approximately 45 minutes from the main diving hub and is accessed via shore entry. It provides a habitat for various marine species, including lionfish, moray eels, large spiny lobsters, and spotted drums. Divers can also observe big midnight parrotfish in this area.

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Blue Bayou

Blue Bayou is a shore entry dive site characterized by a gently sloping wall that features various structures and a notable presence of soft corals. The site is particularly suitable for diving when winds are from the west. Divers can expect to see a typical assortment of reef fish common to Utila, including wrasse, parrotfish, tangs, tobacco fish, and butterfly fish. Additionally, arrow crabs and banded coral shrimp are often spotted in this area.

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Blue Cave

Blue Cave is located on the southern side of Roatan Island, near the western point. The dive site begins in shallow, clear waters adjacent to rocky shores. Divers can explore a safe cave that is accessible to most skill levels. Common marine life includes barracuda, groupers, and turtles, making it a vibrant spot for underwater observation.

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Blue Channel

Blue Channel is a dive site located at a depth of 15 meters, suitable for divers of all experience levels. The site features varied topography including crevices, small caves, and swim-throughs, with marine life such as goatfish, moray eels, barracudas, and lobsters. Access is typically by boat.

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Blue Channel

Blue Channel is a well-known dive site located on Roatan, accessible from the shore. Divers can explore a broad, shallow channel that leads into a series of tunnels, providing an engaging underwater experience. The dive typically concludes in an area with turtle grass. Marine life includes fireworms, large feather dusters, lobsters, moray eels, pipefish, and silversides, making it a diverse site for observation.

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Bucca Quay

Buca Quay, commonly known as West End Wall, is a notable wall dive characterized by its dramatic drop-offs and underwater features. The dive begins at a depth of approximately 20 meters (66 feet) and descends further as divers move west or south. The site includes various side canyons, chutes, and sand falls, providing diverse underwater topography. Marine life is abundant, and divers should be vigilant for the possibility of encountering hammerhead sharks in the deep blue waters adjacent to the wall.

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Butcher’s Bank

Butcher’s Bank is characterized by a diverse underwater landscape, with the dive site beginning at a depth of approximately 12 meters along a coral finger that extends from the outer wall. To the east and south, divers can explore a large, pristine sandy area scattered with coral heads and bommies, as well as soft branching corals, making it an excellent location for underwater photography.

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Canyon Reef

Canyon Reef is located near the Mangrove Bight buoy and features a variety of canyons, swim-throughs, and cuts that divers can explore. The wall at this site descends to a depth of 55 feet (16 meters), making it accessible for divers with an open water certification. This site offers a diverse underwater landscape suitable for a range of diving experiences.

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Cara a Cara

Cara a Cara is a dive site situated on the southern coast of Roatan, approximately 2 nautical miles from the shore. Access to the site can be achieved via a 20-minute bus ride followed by a 15-minute boat trip from a nearby SSI center. Divers are advised to complete at least one acclimation dive prior to diving here due to the potential for rough sea conditions. The site is characterized by its diverse marine life and unique underwater features, making it suitable for experienced divers.

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Church Reef

Church Reef consists of two dive sites: Church Wall and the reef itself. The maximum depth is 50 meters (165 feet), making it suitable for advanced divers. Expect to see marine life such as rays, sea turtles, creole wrasses, moray eels, and various corals, with visibility reaching up to 30 meters.

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CJ’s Dropoff

CJ’s Dropoff is situated on the northern side of the island, approximately 55 minutes from local dive centers. This dive site features steep walls that extend beyond 140 feet in depth. At around 30 feet, divers can observe sandy patches that provide a unique underwater landscape. Marine life commonly seen here includes eagle rays, barracudas, and lionfish at greater depths. Additionally, divers may encounter spotted drums and various species of eels throughout the dive.

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Deep - Ricardo Montans

Deep - Ricardo Montans offers a wall dive that begins at a depth of 30 meters. The site features a beautiful reef structure, and on days with good visibility, it can be observed from the surface. Marine life includes sightings of hammerhead and silky sharks in the deeper areas. This dive site is suitable for experienced divers due to its depth and conditions.

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Diamond Cay

Diamond Cay is a shore entry dive site characterized by a narrow coral formation situated between two expansive sand channels. The western sand patches reach depths of approximately 30 feet (10 meters), while the dive progresses eastward towards the reef wall. At a depth of around 80 feet (24 meters) to the north, divers can observe a colony of bushy black coral. In the southern direction, large common sea fans are prevalent. Marine life includes species such as grouper, Spanish hogfish, and porcupinefish.

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Dolphin Den

Dolphin Den is located on the northern side of the island and is characterized by its coral canyons, which share similarities with those found at Mary's Place. The site is known for its diverse marine life, including snapping shrimp, slipper lobsters, and anemones. It is typically less crowded, providing a tranquil diving experience. The entry to the site is from the shore.

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Dolphins Den

Dolphins Den is a shallow cave and cavern dive located at depths between 5 and 12 meters, accessible from both inside and outside the reef. Divers are advised to carry torches, although experienced divers can navigate using natural light. The inner reef side is home to numerous Giant Anemones, while the cave may host Glassy Sweepers and Silversides. The outer reef presents a healthy and vibrant ecosystem, making it an interesting site for exploration.

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Don Quickset

Don Quickset is a dive site characterized by a mix of structural features and sandy channels. The maximum depth at this location is less than 30 meters. Divers should be aware that there are no moorings available, which means drift diving is the primary option. While the site may not be as vibrant as others, it is known for the presence of lionfish, with sightings of 6 to 8 individuals during a dive being relatively common.

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Duppy Waters

Duppy Waters is a wall dive situated on the north side of Turtle Harbor. Divers will experience a brief swim across a shallow reef before encountering a steep wall that descends beyond 40 meters. The site is characterized by a diverse array of sponges and corals on the surface. Common marine life includes turtles and lionfish, along with a variety of other species.

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El Aguila (Wreck)

El Aguila, also known as The Eagle, is a notable wreck dive located near Baileys Key and Anthony’s Key Resort. Originally a concrete freighter, it was sunk off Utila and later raised, modified for diving, and resunk in 1997 by a group of local dive shops. The wreck attracts various marine life, including large groupers, barracuda, tuna, and both reef and grey sharks, making it a dynamic dive site. The entry to the site is from the shore.

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El Aquario

El Aquario is characterized by a deep wall dive that can be approached as either a drift dive or a stationary dive. The mooring is located at a depth of approximately 8 meters on the top reef, with a short swim required to reach the wall. The site is rich in marine life, featuring large barrel sponges, tube sponges, azure vases, and extensive plate corals and fans, providing a diverse underwater landscape.

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Emma’s Plummet

Emma's Plummet features a buoy located at a depth of 20 feet, providing access for both beginner and advanced divers. The dive site ranges from 20 feet to 120 feet in depth, allowing exploration of the reef at various levels. Divers can observe large coral formations and a diverse array of fish species throughout the site. The terrain is also characterized by numerous large barrel sponges.

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Fish Bowl

Fish Bowl is located on the northern side of the island within Turtle Harbor. This dive site features a sandy-bottomed reef, providing a unique environment for divers. Common marine life includes lionfish, eels, and grouper, with occasional sightings of green turtles and rays. The site is accessible via shore entry.

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Fish Den

Fish Den features a coral pillar located within a square-shaped cut in the reef wall. The top of the pillar is approximately 7 meters deep, descending to around 12 meters. The square cut in the reef slopes down to a depth of 18 meters, where it connects with the main reef wall. Divers can observe a variety of marine life, including sponges, sea fans, and small creatures such as lobsters, crabs, arrow crabs, and shrimp, along with schools of fish.

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Gibson Bight

Gibson Bight is a wall dive located off the northern coast of Roatan, reaching depths of around 27 meters (90 feet). The dive site features a prominent canyon that guides divers directly to the wall. Marine life includes spotted eagle rays, pufferfish, and porcupine fish, which inhabit the various ravines. Fire coral is also prevalent in this area.

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Great Wall

Great Wall is situated in Turtle Harbour, where divers can enter the water by rolling off the boat. The wall descends to a minimum depth of 50 meters, with the possibility of extending even deeper. The structure of the wall is notable, featuring healthy coral life on its surface. Divers may encounter lionfish nestled within the crevices of the wall, adding to the site's biodiversity.

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Green Outhouse

Green Outhouse Wall is a boat-accessible dive site located in Roatan, Honduras, known for its suitability for divers of all experience levels. The site features a wall dive that offers a drift diving experience, which is typically recommended. It has received an average rating of 4.09 out of 5 from 11 divers. Facilities at the site include bathrooms and airfills, enhancing the convenience for divers.

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Half Moon Wall

Half Moon Wall is situated off the coast of West End, starting at a depth of 15 feet and descending to 150 feet. The site features a variety of marine life, including flamingo tongues, black coral, and orange elephant sponges. Commonly observed species include groupers, wrasse, and chromis. This dive site is accessible from the shore, making it convenient for divers.

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Hole In The Wall

Hole In The Wall is a distinctive dive site located southwest of the boat channel at Mangrove Bight. It is marked on the Marine Park map by the Mangrove Bight buoy, though there is no buoy specifically for Hole In The Wall. The site is characterized by a variety of marine life, including jawfish, goatfish, peacock flounders, decorator crabs, rays, and occasional shark sightings. Divers can access the site from the shore.

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Honeycomb Caves

Honeycomb Caves offers a shore diving experience characterized by a challenging entry over rough, rocky terrain, with some surge present. The dive site features vibrant coral formations and sea fans, providing a rich underwater environment. The maximum depth reaches approximately 18 meters. Divers may encounter small turtles resting in the surrounding seagrass, and there are occasional sightings of lionfish, along with the typical marine life found in other dives along the south side.

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Infinity Bay House Reef

Infinity Bay House Reef is situated near West Bay and offers a variety of diving experiences, particularly for beginners on the inner reef. The site features an inner plateau where divers can encounter marine life such as eagle rays, stingrays, pipefish, and both conger and moray eels. A short distance from the shore, divers can access the outer wall, which leads to greater depths. The entry point is from the shore, making it easily accessible for divers and snorkelers alike.

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Iron Bound

Iron Bound is a dive site characterized by a wall that descends to a depth of 70 feet, leading to expansive sandy areas. Located on the northeast side of the island, it is approximately 45 minutes from the nearest dive centers. The site features several swim-throughs and overhangs, providing a visually appealing environment for divers. Marine life commonly observed here includes barracudas, tarpons, and various species of grunts, with stingrays often found resting on the sandy bottom.

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Jack Neil Bight

Jack Neil Bight is located approximately 10 minutes west of Main Utila Harbor. The site features clear turquoise waters over a sandy bottom, bordered by hard coral formations. A small sandy beach is present, accompanied by home docks along the coast. Divers can observe a variety of sponge species, including coral encrusting sponges, scattered pore rope sponges, horned rope sponges, lavender rope sponges, thin rope sponges, erect rope sponges, and barrel sponges. Additionally, numerous fish species inhabit the area, making it a diverse underwater environment.

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Jack Neil Point

Jack Neil Point is located approximately 15 minutes west of Main Utila Harbor, adjacent to the Little Bight dive site. The site is recognizable from the surface by a small landmass that disrupts the otherwise uniform coastline, featuring dense vegetation and a prominent wall drop-off. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including Goat fishes, Grunts, Snappers, Electric Rays, Sting Rays, Eagle Rays, Sea Horses, Pipe Fishes, Trumpet Fish, Hamlets, and Wrasses.

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Labyrinth/Kenny’s Reef

Labyrinth, also known as Kenny's Reef, features a unique maze-like passage formed by coral walls. This dive site is situated off the coast of Utila and is accessible via shore entry. The underwater landscape includes intricate coral formations that create a visually striking environment. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life typical of the region, although specific species are not detailed in the source material. The site offers a range of depths suitable for divers of varying experience levels.

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Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach features a dive site with rock formations and depths reaching up to 30 meters (100 feet). The area is characterized by an abundance of soft corals and a diverse marine ecosystem. Notable marine life includes black coral, butterfly fish, jacks, parrotfish, and angelfish, contributing to a rich underwater experience.

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Land of the Giants

Land of the Giants features a shallow top reef at a depth of 5 meters, leading to a steep wall characterized by numerous cracks and canyons towards the east. The sandy bottom begins at approximately 25 meters and gradually descends to depths exceeding 35 meters. The upper reef is vibrant and populated with a variety of soft corals, including plumes, rods, and whips. Divers can observe a range of grazing reef fish such as tangs, grunts, and yellowtails, making it an engaging end to the dive.

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Lighthouse

Lighthouse is a well-known dive site suitable for divers of all experience levels. The site features sandy areas located at depths of 15-20 feet (5-6 meters), making it a preferred location for training. The surrounding reef is home to a variety of marine life, including jawfish, goatfish, peacock flounders, decorator crabs, rays, and the occasional shark. This diversity of life contributes to the site's popularity among divers.

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Lighthouse Reef

Lighthouse Reef is located along the north coast of Roatan, west of West End. This dive site features a wall and channels, with a typical depth of around 15 meters (50 feet) and visibility of approximately 12 meters (40 feet). Expect to see hawksbill sea turtles, blue tangs, groupers, and pufferfish; hammerheads have also been spotted here. Suitable for divers of all levels, it has accessible shallow areas.

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Linda's Wall

Linda's Wall is located on the south side and features a stunning vertical drop adorned with a variety of hard and soft corals. The site is easily accessible from the shore, making it a convenient option for divers. Within the nooks of the wall, divers can observe species such as Glassy Sweepers and Dog Snappers. Additionally, sightings of Seahorses and Eagle Rays are common in this area of the reef.

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Little Bay

Little Bay features a sandy bottom with a depth of approximately 12 meters. It is typically calm, making it suitable for dive training, including Advanced Open Water and Instructor Development courses.

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Little Bight

Little Bight features a broad sandy area that gently descends from the beach, extending beyond 30 meters. This site presents a notable gap in the reef that aligns with the shoreline. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life, including seahorses, juvenile green razorfish, upside-down jellyfish, and garden eels. The coral-covered walls provide opportunities for photography due to their unique formations.

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Maccallum Girls

Maccallum Girls is a shore dive site located at coordinates 16.329800, -86.480700. The area is characterized by a diverse array of corals, including both hard and soft varieties. Divers can observe numerous sea fans, Venus sea fans, wide-mesh sea fans, sea plumes, and corky sea fingers. The marine life is abundant, featuring many small fish and the occasional sighting of green eels in open water. This site offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich biodiversity typical of the barrier reefs surrounding Roatan.

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Madelines

Madelines is located approximately 20 minutes west of Main Utila Harbor, adjacent to the Jack Neil Beach site. The dive site features shallow white sand areas and a gently sloping sandy bottom. Marine life commonly observed here includes Southern Star Gazers, Peacock Flounders, Sand Tilefish, upside-down jellyfish, and Caribbean reef squid. The site is accessible via shore entry.

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Malu’s Mermaid Retreat

Malu’s Mermaid Retreat offers divers access to a diverse array of coral formations, including both hard and soft corals. The site features numerous sea fans, Venus sea fans, wide-mesh sea fans, sea plumes, and corky sea fingers. Small fish are abundant, and divers may occasionally spot green eels in open areas. The site is situated on the island of Roatan, known for its extensive barrier reefs that run parallel to the shoreline, providing a rich underwater environment for exploration.

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Mandy'S Eel Garden

Mandy's Eel Garden is located off West Bay Beach, Roatan. It features a swim-through, a wall, and a sandy bottom, with depths suitable for beginners and low currents. Common marine life includes sea turtles, eagle rays, stingrays, and various fish species, making it ideal for both daytime and night dives.

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Mandy’s Eel Garden

Mandy’s Eel Garden is situated at West Bay Beach, beginning at a depth of approximately 20 feet and extending toward the outer reef wall, which descends into deeper waters. This site is home to a variety of marine life, including peacock flounder, squid, juvenile drum fish, and parrot fish, among others. The entry to the site is from the shore, making it accessible for divers.

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Mary’s Place

Mary’s Place is a notable dive site located on Roatan, characterized by an abundance of soft corals, including large blue fans and green and gold sea rods. The underwater landscape features various types of barrel and tube corals, creating an intricate environment for marine life. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of species such as rays, turtles, and grouper, among others. The site is accessible via shore entry, making it convenient for divers to explore its rich biodiversity.

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Melissa'S Reef

Melissa's Reef, located outside of Sandy Bay on Roatan's northwest coast, features a shallow top reef with colorful corals, making it suitable for beginner divers. Advanced divers can explore steep walls and canyons teeming with marine life including king crabs, lobsters, eels, groupers, and seahorses. Expect moderate to strong currents during dives.

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Moon Hole

Moon Hole is characterized by a sizable sandy area bordered by coral formations, making it suitable for training dives such as Buoyancy and Open Water courses. Divers can navigate from this site across the coral to reach Ron's Wreck. The area is home to large sea stars and a variety of macro life. Divers may encounter black and white-spotted morays, while Ron's Wreck is known for sightings of green morays and lionfish.

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Moonlight

Moonlight is a notable dive site characterized by a prominent reef and an impressive wall. The dive begins at the top of the reef, providing an opportunity to explore various marine life. Notable species include jawfish, goatfish, peacock flounders, decorator crabs, rays, and the occasional shark. The sandy areas beneath the mooring lines serve as suitable locations for training dives. This site is accessible via shore entry.

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Moonlight Reef

Moonlight Reef is a dive site located in Roatan, about a 10-minute boat ride from the West End. The site features a deep wall with a maximum depth of 30 meters (100 feet) and is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Expect to see schools of horse-eye jacks and sea turtles, with excellent visibility and the option for night dives. Be cautious of boat traffic in the area.

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Mr. Bud Wreck

Mr. Bud Wreck is a purpose-sunk cargo ship located off the south coast of Roatan at a depth of approximately 18 meters (60 feet). The wreck is 22 meters (75 feet) long and lies upright along the reef’s edge, with the upper decks at 13 meters (45 feet). Certified wreck divers can access several entry points to explore the ship, which is home to marine life such as jawfish, peacock flounders, and moray eels.

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Odyssey (Wreck)

The Odyssey Wreck lies at a depth of 110 feet off the coast of Roatan. This impressive structure measures 300 feet in length, 50 feet in width, and stands 85 feet tall. It was intentionally sunk in 2002 and is a donation from Hydes of Hybour, specifically for divers to explore. The area around the wreck is home to various marine species, including large grouper, barracuda, tuna, and grey sharks, making it a notable site for underwater observation.

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Over Heat

Over Heat is a dive site located at coordinates 16.277300, -86.600200, accessible from the shore. This site is known for its vibrant marine life, particularly when a gentle current flows over it. Divers can observe various species including turtles, groupers, creole wrasse, and triggerfish while drifting along the reef. The site is favored for its lively underwater ecosystem, making it a popular choice among divers.

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Overheat Reef

Overheat Reef features a depth of up to 100 feet with a mix of hard and soft coral. Divers can expect to see various marine life including sea turtles, seahorses, trumpetfish, and large schools of fish.

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Pablos Place

Pablos Place is situated on the western tip of the island and features a vertical reef wall that begins at approximately 15 meters. Divers can expect a moderate drift due to the east to west current, making it suitable for recreational diving. The site is known for occasional sightings of hammerhead sharks as they approach from deeper waters. Other marine life includes barracuda, eagle rays, yellowtail snappers, and black coral, providing a diverse underwater experience.

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Palmetto Keyhole

Palmetto Keyhole features a unique underwater landscape typical of Roatan's channels, starting at a depth of approximately 30 feet. Divers can explore the channel's impressive topography, which includes various overhangs. The site is home to a variety of marine life, including butterflyfish, fan worms, and small leaf hanging vines, as well as star coral. Additionally, divers may encounter soft corals like plumes and rods, along with schools of black durgon and yellowtail snapper.

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Peter'S Place

Peter's Place is a dive site located off the western shore of Sandy Bay. The shallow wall starts at about 15 feet (6 meters) and drops to a deeper wall at around 50 feet (15 meters), featuring coral formations like elkhorn and tube corals, along with sponges and gorgonians. Marine life includes schools of horse-eye jacks, groupers, lionfish, parrotfish, crabs, eels, and often sea turtles.

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Pillar Coral

Pillar Coral is characterized by a prominent coral spire located just off the reef wall. The site features a mooring at a depth of 10 meters, with a brief swim leading divers to the top of the spire, which reaches approximately 27 meters. The dive site extends beyond recreational limits, necessitating careful depth monitoring. Marine life commonly observed includes various corals, sea fans, sponges, as well as butterfly fish, angel fish, snapper, sweetlips, and barracuda.

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Pretty Bush

Pretty Bush is a dive site that begins at the shoreline and descends to a depth of 15 feet before dropping off to 100 feet. The area features broken walls and sand channels, creating a varied underwater landscape. Divers can expect to see juvenile Yellow-tail Damsel fish and Lettuce Sea Slugs in the shallower regions. As you explore the wall, look for Spotted Eagle Rays, Angelfish, and Trumpet fish, which are commonly observed here.

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Prince Albert Wreck

The Prince Albert wreck is a 50-meter (165-foot) long tanker sunk in 1985, located at a depth suitable for dive operations. The wreck features coral, algae, and sea sponges, with various fish species observed both inside and outside. Advanced divers can penetrate the wreck for exploration, and eagle rays and stingrays are commonly seen in the area.

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Pubudus Playground

Pubudus Playground begins at a depth of 10 meters (30 feet) on a sandy area, making it an ideal location for practicing navigation skills away from the nearby wall. The site features intriguing canyon formations that lead towards the wall, which is adorned with large barrel sponges and tubular sponges. Divers can explore the sandy patches for macro life, enhancing the experience with opportunities for close-up observations.

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Raggedy Cay

Raggedy Cay is a small island located off the western end of Utila. The dive site features a flat bottom at approximately 6 meters, leading to a wall that descends gradually to around 40 meters. The mooring is situated some distance from the wall, which can make navigation challenging. Common marine life includes nurse sharks and green moray eels, and it is also a suitable location for hunting lionfish. Green turtles may also be spotted in the area.

16.0860, -86.9983

Red Cliff

Red Cliff is located on the southeastern side of Utila Island in Honduras. This dive site features a wall adorned with red hard and soft corals, which is the source of its name. The site is easily accessible from the shore, making it a convenient option for divers. Marine life commonly observed here includes red corals, boxfish, lionfish, eels, and groupers. Divers should also watch for rays resting on the sandy bottom.

16.0943, -86.8808

Rocky Point

Rocky Point features a sloping wall that becomes more vertical as you move eastward. Depths can exceed 40 meters, making it suitable for Extended Range training. Divers can also enjoy a drift dive heading west. At shallower depths, a variety of marine life such as wrasses, blue tangs, jacks, and butterfly fish are commonly observed. In the deeper areas, lionfish are present.

16.0946, -86.8796

Ron’s Wreck

Ron’s Wreck is located west of Moon Hole and rests at a depth of approximately 60 feet (18.28 meters). This site features the remains of an old shrimp fishing vessel. Divers can encounter various marine life, including moray eels, lionfish, and rare nudibranchs. Additionally, spotted eagle rays, schools of blue tangs, and lettuce sea slugs may also be observed in the vicinity of the wreck.

16.0845, -86.8939

Seaquest Deep

Seaquest Deep is a shore entry dive site located at coordinates 16.290500, -86.603400. The site features sandy bottoms that are home to a variety of marine life. Divers can expect to see Yellow Head Jawfish, pipefish, juvenile Trunk Fish, and blennies. Additionally, Southern Stingrays can often be found buried in the sand. This site is frequently visited by divers in Roatan due to its accessibility and the abundance of aquatic life.

16.2905, -86.6034

Seaquest Shallow

Seaquest Shallow is a shallow reef that begins on a sandy bottom and rises to a depth of 18 feet. Located in West End, this site is easily accessible from the shore. The top of the reef features large grooved brain coral and boulder brain coral. Marine life such as conger eels and flute fish can be observed in this area.

16.2907, -86.6026

Shark Bait Shallow

Shark Bait Shallow features brain corals, lettuce leaf corals, gorgonians, and various sea fans. The site has a sloping wall that drops to deeper depths, with a maximum depth of around 30 meters. Look for nurse sharks, stingrays, eels, flounders, blue tangs, surgeonfish, groupers, clownfish, sea turtles, and seahorses.

16.3222, -86.4902

Silver Gardens

Silver Gardens is situated on the south side of the island, approximately 20 minutes from the main hub. The dive site features four distinct markers, with the shallowest area reaching a depth of 20 feet, characterized by sandy patches. The depth gradually descends to around 100 feet. Divers can observe notable marine life including black coral, groupers, green moray eels, schools of black margates, chubs, squid, and green sea turtles.

16.0805, -86.9218

Smith Banks

Smith Banks is suitable for both snorkeling and diving, with depths ranging from 6 to 12 meters (20 to 40 feet). The large coral mounds host a variety of marine life, making it comparable to nearby boat dives. The area experiences mild currents, making it accessible for divers of all experience levels.

16.2895, -86.5460

Spooky Channel

Spooky Channel is a deep canyon with a maximum depth of 30 meters. The channel features overhead coral that reduces light, creating limited visibility due to the murky waters of Sandy Bay lagoon. At the deepest point, there is a cathedral-shaped chamber populated with lobsters and starfish.

16.3438, -86.5564

Spooky Channel

Spooky Channel is a dive site that connects the inner lagoon to the outer reef. It features underwater canyons that divers can explore. Common marine life includes starfish, lobsters, parrotfish, angelfish, and groupers. The site is characterized by coral-covered canyons, making it a notable location for divers.

16.3294, -86.5751

Spotted Bay

Spotted Bay is a shallow dive located on the north side, characterized by a sandy area that transitions into a less defined wall compared to other sites in Turtle Harbor. Divers can explore a secondary wall further out, which requires a longer swim from the main wall. This site is known for frequent sightings of nurse sharks, and the unique terrain makes it an effective location for hunting lionfish.

16.1012, -86.9824

Stingray Point

Stingray Point offers a shore entry leading divers across sandy terrain to a wall. After approximately 15 minutes of swimming, divers will reach a significant crack in the rock at a depth of 18 meters. This crack measures between 1.5 to 2.0 meters in width and extends about 100 meters, serving as an ideal turnaround point for the dive. During the exploration, divers may encounter various marine life, including grunts, stingrays, spotted eagle rays, and potentially a manta ray in the sandy channel.

16.0678, -86.9553

Sturges Bank

Sturges Bank is located within the main harbor of Utila, characterized by underwater formations that resemble small hills, all covered with coral. This site is protected, allowing for a diverse marine ecosystem. Divers can find three fixed mooring lines here. The marine life includes moray eels, stingrays, goatfish, seahorses, and a variety of soft and hard corals, along with sponges and numerous juvenile fish species.

16.0838, -86.9070

Tabyanas

Tabyanas, also known as 'Herbie’s Fantasy or Place', is a saltwater dive site situated in West Bay, Roatan, Honduras. The site features a maximum depth ranging from 36 to 40 feet (11 to 12 meters) and offers an average visibility of 71 to 80 feet (22 to 24 meters). Divers can expect to see a variety of marine life, including king crabs, angelfish, whitespotted filefish, and spotted moray eels, particularly along the first wall, which showcases marine life similar to that found at shallower depths on other dive sites. Entry to the site is from the shore.

16.2842, -86.6045

Ted's Point

Ted's Point is a dive site located on the south side, featuring a sandy bottom at approximately 18 meters (60 feet). The eastern sloping wall descends to depths exceeding 30 meters (100 feet), while the western side remains shallower at around 18 meters (60 feet). Divers can observe a variety of marine life, including tunicates, sponges, young brain corals, brown garden eels, stargazers, free-swimming morays, permits, groupers, and yellow head jawfish.

16.0934, -86.8786

Texas (The Point)

The dive site known as Texas is located near the Salt Life Point buoy, with the actual dive area situated off the westernmost point of the island. The depth at the Texas buoy is approximately 40 feet (12 meters). Divers should be prepared for potentially strong currents that can push them away from the island and into deeper waters, which may result in shorter dive durations. Marine life at this site includes large barrel sponges, gorgonian fans, and various fish species such as grouper, snapper, yellowtail, Atlantic spadefish, and barracuda. The abundance of marine life can vary due to the current conditions, making each dive experience unique.

16.2664, -86.6037

The Bight

The Bight is characterized by a shallow dive with a maximum depth of approximately 20 meters (80 feet). This site is well-known for its extensive barrier reef and diverse marine life, including common sightings of turtles and grouper. The visibility typically reaches around 25 meters or more, making it a suitable location for beginner divers. The area also offers opportunities to observe smaller marine creatures and their interactions on the reef.

16.2984, -86.6005

The Crucible Warfighter Scuba

The Crucible Warfighter Scuba features a shallow area characterized by sea grass and sand, located within the reef. This site includes an underwater obstacle course designed for buoyancy training, making it suitable for beginners and ideal for practicing Open Water skills. Marine life commonly observed here includes sea stars, fireworms, and lobsters, with occasional dolphin sightings. The open nature of the site means that currents can vary, which may affect visibility at times.

16.3574, -86.5267

The Halliburton (Wreck)

The Halliburton is a wreck dive site located at coordinates 16.086600, -86.895900. This cargo ship was intentionally sunk in 1998 to serve as an artificial reef. The ship's deck lies at a depth of 20 meters, while the top of the bridge is at 18 meters. The overall length of the vessel is 30 meters. Divers can observe various marine life, including small crabs and shrimps that inhabit the ship's cracks and crevices, as well as larger schooling fish that can be seen around the outer areas of the bridge.

16.0866, -86.8959

The Lighthouse Reef

The Lighthouse Reef is marked by a concrete pillar that rises approximately 10 meters above the water, indicating the entry channel to Utila Harbor. This site is frequently visited due to its proximity to various dive centers on the island. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including tarpons, grunts, groupers, stingrays, eagle rays, needlefish, goatfish, wrasses, and occasionally turtles. The area is also characterized by a dense forest of sponges, providing a rich habitat for these species.

16.0860, -86.9001

The Maze

The Maze is characterized by its distinctive maze-like channels, with an average depth of 12 meters (40 feet). The upper section of the reef is shallower, reaching depths of around 4.5 meters (15 feet). Beyond the buoy, the sandy bottom transitions into deeper waters. Divers can observe various marine life, including Black Surgeon and Queen Triggerfish, as well as Lionfish, Lobsters, Spotted Drums, and Scorpionfish, which thrive in the site's shadowy environment.

16.1097, -86.9507

The Odyssey

The Odyssey is a large wreck dive site located in Roatan. The ship measures approximately 90 meters long, 15 meters wide, and 25 meters tall, and is mostly intact. Divers can penetrate the wreck with experienced oversight, and marine life such as barracudas, groupers, and tunas can be observed, although the site is still developing its wildlife population.

16.3519, -86.5342

The Pinnacle

The Pinnacle is located on the northern side of Turtle Harbor, specifically in the eastern section. The reef rises to a depth of approximately 15 to 20 feet (4.5 to 6 meters). Divers can explore several shallow channels by moving away from the wall. Marine life in this area includes Spotted Eagle Rays, Turtles, Lionfish, Angelfish, and Groupers, with the possibility of encountering Midnight Parrotfish for those lucky enough.

16.1119, -86.9448

Turtle Crossing

Turtle Crossing is located between West End and West Bay and features a coral channel that leads to a drop-off at 40 meters (120 feet). Divers can observe up to 30 sea turtles, primarily green and occasionally Hawksbill turtles, along with abundant marine life around sandy plateaus at 6 and 13 meters (20 and 45 feet).

16.2829, -86.5999

Turtle Crossing Deep

Turtle Crossing Deep is situated between West End and West Bay, featuring coral channels that descend to depths of approximately 120 feet. Divers can moor on the plateaus, which range from 20 to 40 feet, where they will encounter diverse coral structures. This site is particularly noted for its significant population of sea turtles, with sightings of up to 30 individuals during a single dive. Additionally, large sponges are prevalent throughout the area, contributing to the site's rich marine environment.

16.2935, -86.6037

West Bay Beach Entry

Snorkel from shore to the second largest barrier reef in the world. In places the reef starts a few metres from shore. Eagle rays are a common sight farther out in areas with a sandy bottom. Parrot fish, angel fish, butterfly fish, large schools of blue tang fish, squid, octopus, eels and many more are seen regularly.

16.2712, -86.6006

West End

West End offers a sheltered diving experience, particularly beneficial when winds and waves are coming from the southeast. The site features a gently sloping wall adorned with vibrant soft corals, making it accessible for divers of all skill levels. Typically, divers can expect to encounter the standard marine life found in Utila, with a higher likelihood of spotting nurse sharks and green morays. Occasional sightings of turtles may also occur. The dive generally presents little to no current, enhancing the ease of exploration.

16.0986, -86.9851

West End Wall

West End Wall is a wall dive located in Roatan, with depths ranging from 6 to 27 meters (20 to 90 feet). Expect to see marine life such as sea turtles, lobsters, moray eels, barracudas, and various species of jacks and snappers. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and offers visibility of up to 24 meters (80 feet).

16.2681, -86.6043

White Slave

White Slave is a dive site featuring a reef structure with a depth ranging from 15 to 30 meters. Divers can expect to see a variety of marine life including reef fish, corals, and potentially larger species. This site is accessible via boat entry.

16.3413, -86.5610

Willy’s Hole

Willy's Hole is situated in Turtle Harbor, just beyond the maze. This dive site features a cavern or cave that reaches depths of approximately 24 meters. While the dive is generally not considered difficult, deeper areas are accessible for those with the appropriate training. The top of the reef is home to a variety of reef fish, and divers may encounter lionfish within Willy's Hole. It is important to adhere to your training and experience levels while exploring this site.

16.1082, -86.9530