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Article covers the Amphitrite statue, the house reef, and the WWII landing craft wreck.
Dive Spot Guide•
Sunset Reef
Sunset Reef is a shallow shore dive with the Amphitrite statue.
Best for easy shore entries, photo stops, and macro hunting around the statue and wreck.
About Sunset Reef
Sunset Reef is a shallow shore dive in front of Sunset House on Grand Cayman, with a compact reef that includes the Amphitrite mermaid statue and a WWII landing-craft wreck. It is an easy, scenic dive with shallow clear water, small critters, turtles, and occasional larger visitors, making it a strong fit for relaxed shore sessions and easy photo stops.
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Research Estimate At Sunset Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessEasy entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery crowded
Where Is Sunset Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Sunset Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 17m
Depth Note
The mermaid statue sits around 55 feet, and the route stays in the shallow reef zone with the wreck nearby.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Shallow clear-water shore diving with a statue, wreck, and small reef life on a compact route.
Safety & Access At Sunset Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Stay alert on the surface because boat traffic can pass near the reef.
Access Restrictions
Shore access is straightforward from Sunset House, but keep an eye on surface traffic near the reef.
Legal Notes
Leave the statue, wreck, and reef features untouched and follow local resort and marine rules.
Local Intel For Sunset Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow reef dive around 10 m featuring an underwater statue and a WWII landing craft wreck.
Freediving
The shallow reef makes it workable for calm-day freediving around the outer reef and statue area.
Snorkeling
The shallow clear water can work for snorkel close to shore, though the statue and wreck are best underwater.
Wildlife at Sunset Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Sunset Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Sunset Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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