Honduras

Dive Site: Cisnero's Point

9–40 mIntermediate Reef
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Which liveaboards dive Cisnero's Point?

About Cisnero's Point

Cisnero's Point is a recognized dive site situated within Roatan's extensive and protected reef system, officially named by the Roatan Marine Park. Its location on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second-longest barrier reef globally, ensures a rich and healthy underwater environment. This particular site is one of Honduras's signature dive locations, contributing to the Bay Islands' reputation for diverse topography and marine life. Diving here typically involves exploring vibrant coral gardens and other reef structures. Roatan's dive sites, including Cisnero's Point, feature dramatic walls, pristine shallow reefs, and cracks and crevices that divers can investigate. The depth range for diving in the Bay Islands, generally, extends from 9 to 40 meters (30 to 130 feet), providing ample space for exploration. The site supports a wide array of marine life thanks to the healthy ecosystem. While specific species for Cisnero's Point aren't detailed in the provided sources, the broader Roatan area is known for diverse fish populations and other marine creatures, including opportunities to spot turtles, octopuses, and even whale sharks seasonally. The consistent water temperatures contribute to a thriving environment. Diving is a year-round activity in Roatan, with summer months often offering exceptionally clear and calm conditions. Liveaboard trips to this region typically offer multiple dives per day, including night dives, maximizing the opportunity to experience the site.

Highlights

Roatan Marine Park recognized siteMesoamerican Barrier Reef locationVibrant coral gardensRich biodiversity

Season calendar

Best months to dive here
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Excellent
Good
Off-Season

Mar – May & Dec

Best visibility, calm seas, whale shark season begins

Jan – Feb

Good conditions with warm water and decent visibility

Jun – Nov

Rainy season with reduced visibility but second whale shark peak Sep-Dec

Dive site facts: Cisnero's Point

Depth
9–40 m
Current
Moderate
Entry
Liveaboard or dayboat
Level
Intermediate
Dive type
Reef, Reef
Region / port
Honduras
Coordinates
16.3094° N, 86.5173° W

Conditions & Currents

Cisnero's Point can experience moderate currents, which means divers should be prepared for drift entries and staying close to their group. The consistent water temperatures, ranging from 25-28°C (78-84°F) in summer to 24-27°C (75-80°F) in winter (with possible drops to 22°C/72°F in January), ensure comfortable conditions. Visibility is generally excellent, often between 24-45 meters, though it might decrease slightly during the rainy season from October to January. These conditions make the site suitable for various certification levels, but divers should be comfortable with potential drifts, implying an intermediate level of experience or good buoyancy control.

Why dive Cisnero's Point from a liveaboard?

Cisnero's Point is one of Honduras's signature dive sites. A liveaboard sleeps you on the water and puts you in the water for three to four guided dives per day, including dawn and night dives that day-boat operators rarely offer. You skip the daily commute back to port and reach quieter, less-crowded sites in the same region on a single trip.

Below are the liveaboards that include Cisnero's Point on their Honduras itineraries.

Liveaboards diving Cisnero's Point

These liveaboards may visit Cisnero's Point on selected itineraries, the exact dive sites depend on departure, weather and conditions.

Roatan Aggressor liveaboard at Cisnero's Point

Roatan Aggressor

Honduras

18 guests31 m

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Dive Cisnero's Point from a liveaboard.

Three to four guided dives a day on Cisnero's Point and the other signature sites in Honduras, sleeping right above the reef.