Honduras · Southwest tip, Roatan

The Point

Best time to dive

January to December; March to October

What you might see

  • BarracudaReliably seen
  • Hammerhead sharkReliably seen
  • Sea turtleLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Not generally suitable - strong currents and depth make this a scuba-only site, not offered as a snorkel stop

Safety notes

Strong, converging currents that can change direction/strength mid-dive, need for reverse-profile dive planning and dive computer use, described by experienced local guides as never diving the same way twice; nitrox recommended to extend safe bottom time

Permits & fees

Site lies within the Roatan Marine Park (part of the Bay Islands National Marine Park); a voluntary $10 RMP user fee (bracelet or token) supports park conservation and is collected by West End dive shops, no other special permit required

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: West End

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.