Roatan dive-site list that includes The Bight as a named entry, 'The Bight - Bikini Bottom'.
Shallow West End barrier reef with easy beginner cruising.
Shallow West End barrier reef with easy beginner cruising.
The Bight is a shallow West End reef with a broad barrier formation, a gentle top reef, and easy cruising over coral and sand. It is a beginner-friendly site that stays interesting with turtles, grouper, and smaller reef life across the shallow profile.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 20m
Depth Note
DiveChamp describes a 15-20 ft / 5-6 m sand patch leading into a top reef around 40 ft / 12 m, and other site listings place the full dive around 20 m.
Best Season
Winter, especially January to March, when seas are calmer and boat entries are more predictable.
Typical Conditions
Shallow, beginner-friendly reef with clear water and a relaxed cruise over the top reef.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Watch the shallow top reef, keep fin kicks gentle over coral, and stay aware of boat movements.
Access Restrictions
Keep the approach orderly around the shallow top reef and follow the operator's boat-entry plan.
Legal Notes
Avoid contact with the coral on the barrier reef and follow local dive briefings.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow, beginner-friendly scuba dive with a broad reef top, coral structure, and relaxed cruising.
Freediving
The shallow sand patch may be readable at the surface in calm water, but the site is better enjoyed on scuba.
Snorkeling
The shallow top reef can be visible from the surface on calm days, though the main interest is on scuba.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Roatan dive-site list that includes The Bight as a named entry, 'The Bight - Bikini Bottom'.
Roatan dive-site listing page that includes The Bight in the resort's site map and site index.
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