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Article covers the Amphitrite statue, the house reef, and the WWII landing craft wreck.
Sunset Reef
Sunset Reef is a shallow shore dive with the Amphitrite statue.
Scuba DivingSnorkelingShoreBeginner5m - 17m
Artificial reefReefWreck
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.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
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.
Where Is Sunset Reef?
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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.
Research Estimate At Sunset Reef
Access · 5/5Easy entry
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Aquatic Life · 4/5Great variety
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Facilities · 5/5Excellent facilities
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Crowd / Popularity · 5/5Very crowded
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