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Site overview of arch layout, access, current, and marine life.
Dive Spot Guide•
Bonnie's Arch
Bonnie's Arch is a classic West Bay coral-arch dive.
Boat-first West Bay dive with a shallow arch, mini-wall, and usually calm leeward conditions; good for relaxed reef exploration.
About Bonnie's Arch
Bonnie's Arch is a classic West Bay Grand Cayman dive built around a broad coral arch over a bowl-shaped reef cutout, with a shallow mini-wall and sandy bottom beyond the span. The site mixes hardpan, coral fingers, sponges, and sheltered ledges, so you can spend most of the dive circling the arch and working the reef edge. It is a relaxed boat-first dive that rewards good buoyancy, calm conditions, and time spent looking into the shade and sand.
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Research Estimate At Bonnie's Arch
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Bonnie's Arch?
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Bonnie's Arch Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 21m
Depth Note
Shallow arch and mini-wall reef; the top area sits around 40 ft, with the arch and nearby wall extending down toward 70 ft.
Best Season
Year-round, with the most comfortable days usually coming on leeward weather and outside northwest wind events.
Typical Conditions
Clear water, mild current, and a shallow arch over a mini-wall are the norm; rough northwest weather can make the site less appealing.
Safety & Access At Bonnie's Arch
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentSharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight under the arch and around the fragile coral ridge. Check current and weather before entry, especially when the northwest side is wind-affected.
Access Restrictions
No special permit is normally noted for recreational diving, but operator judgment may limit access when weather or current is unfavorable.
Legal Notes
The area sits in Cayman marine-protected waters, so follow local marine-park rules and any mooring or fishing restrictions that apply.
Local Intel For Bonnie's Arch
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A coral archway and mini-wall make this a good site for underwater exploration.
Freediving
The shallow arch profile makes the site workable for experienced freedivers on calm days, but current and boat operations mean it is not a casual free-dive pick.
Snorkeling
Confident snorkelers can use the shallow top of the site on calm days, but boat activity and current narrow the comfort window.
Wildlife at Bonnie's Arch
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Bonnie's Arch
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Bonnie's Arch
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
