109 dive sites20 liveaboard-only sites

Dive Sites in Honduras

Diving in Honduras means pristine coral reefs and dramatic drop-offs — from Roatán to Utila. Every dive site in Honduras with depth, current, certification level and best season, plus the liveaboard itineraries that actually dive them.

Diving in Honduras

Honduras is one of the world's great liveaboard destinations, with 109 mapped dive sites covering reefs, walls, drifts, channels and wrecks.

Every site below shows depth range, certification level, current, access and the best season, so you can judge at a glance whether it fits your experience. Start with the full site list, then explore dive sites by type, the nearest decompression chambers and the marine life you can expect in Honduras.

All 109 dive sites in Honduras

Depth range, certification level, dive type, access and current at a glance.

Open any site for its full profile, best season and the liveaboards that dive it in Honduras.

109 dive sites

Mary's Place

Honduras

Mary's Place is a legendary dive site situated on the southeast side of Roatán, Honduras, renowned for its dramatic topography.

Suitable for: Advanced
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 10–40 m
Theme: Drift / Reef

Ted's Point

Honduras

Ted's Point, located on Utila's south side in the Bay Islands of Honduras, offers a dynamic dive experience within the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System.

Suitable for: Advanced
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 18–30 m
Theme: Reef / Wall

Mandy's Eel Garden

Honduras

Mandy's Eel Garden, located on Roatan's west coast near West Bay Beach, is a renowned dive site particularly celebrated for its calm conditions, making it an excellent choice for…

Suitable for: Beginner
Current: Strong
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 8–25 m
Theme: Reef / Wall

Jado Trader Wreck

Honduras

The Jado Trader Wreck, located in the Bay Islands of Honduras, offers a fantastic wreck diving experience.

Suitable for: Intermediate
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 9–40 m
Theme: Wreck

4 Amigos

Honduras

4 Amigos is a notable dive site located in the Bay Islands of Honduras, an area renowned for its extensive Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, which is the world's second-longest.

Suitable for: Intermediate
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 9–40 m
Theme: Reef

Aaron's Backyard

Honduras

Aaron's Backyard is a noted dive site within the Roatan Marine Park in Honduras, part of the extensive Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System.

Suitable for: Intermediate
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 9–40 m
Theme: Reef

Addie's Garden

Honduras

Addie's Garden is one of 350 dive and snorkel sites located around Roatan, Honduras, within the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System.

Suitable for: Intermediate
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 5–30 m
Theme: Reef

Al's Garden

Honduras

Al's Garden is a notable dive site located in Roatan, part of Honduras's Bay Islands, a region renowned for its vibrant underwater topography and diverse marine ecosystems.

Suitable for: Intermediate
Current: Moderate
Access: Liveaboard or dayboat
Depth: 9–40 m
Theme: Reef

Dive sites by type

Wrecks, walls, drifts, caves and pinnacles in this area.

86 dive sites

Reef diving

39 dive sites

Wall diving

14 dive sites

Drift diving

8 dive sites

Wreck diving

3 dive sites

Cave diving

1 dive sites

Pinnacle diving

1 dive sites

Seamount diving

1 dive sites

Channel diving

Decompression chambers in Honduras

Verified hyperbaric facilities that cover the diving areas of in Honduras. Always confirm availability locally before a trip and dive with valid insurance.

Location	Facility	Relevant for
Roatán	Cornerstone Medical Services and Hyperbaric Chamber	Roatán and the Bay Islands

Marine life you can see in Honduras

The species most often logged on Honduras's dive sites.

48 dive sites

Barracuda

40 dive sites

Angelfish

32 dive sites

Damselfish

26 dive sites

Parrotfish

26 dive sites

Triggerfish

24 dive sites

Butterflyfish

17 dive sites

Eagle Ray

10 dive sites

Caribbean Reef Shark

4 dive sites

Moray Eel

4 dive sites

Blue Chromis

3 dive sites

Bottlenose Dolphin

3 dive sites

Caribbean Spiny Lobster

Liveaboards diving in Honduras

Liveaboard diving in Honduras means more dive sites per trip: these vessels run real, bookable departures with cabins for solo divers, buddy teams and small groups. Compare boat size, cabin layout, dive deck and nitrox, then check the cheapest price per day before you book. Every Honduras dive safari below is confirmed with live availability and current operator pricing.

Roatan Aggressor

Honduras

$309

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Conditions & practicalities

Diving in Honduras: seasons, conditions and logistics

109 dive sites in Honduras — here is what the season data says about the best months, water temperature, visibility and currents, plus how divers usually get there and which fees to budget for.

Best months: Mar–May, Dec
Water temperature: 27–29 °C
Visibility: 25–35 m
Currents: Mild — Most reefs can be dived without drift skills; water only picks up around channels and exposed corners. Newly certified divers with decent buoyancy are comfortable here.
Getting there: Most divers fly into the nearest international airport and continue by transfer or domestic flight to the departure port; liveaboards usually leave the evening before day one.
Permits & fees: Marine park fees, port taxes and nitrox are rarely included in the trip price — budget a few hundred dollars extra and check the visa rules before booking.

FAQ

Diving in Honduras FAQ

When is the best time to dive in Honduras?

Diving conditions in Honduras change throughout the year. Check our month-by-month best-time-to-dive guides to plan around peak visibility, weather and marine life encounters.

Do I need a liveaboard to dive in Honduras?

A liveaboard gives you access to remote dive sites in Honduras that day boats cannot reach, plus 3–5 dives per day in maximum comfort. For the best dives in Honduras, a liveaboard is the recommended choice.

What certification do I need to dive in Honduras?

Most Honduras liveaboards require Open Water as a minimum, with Advanced Open Water and 30+ logged dives recommended for currents and deeper sites. Some expert routes require Tech or 100+ dives.

How much does a Honduras liveaboard cost?

Liveaboard prices in Honduras typically range from €1,500 to €6,000+ per week depending on vessel category, route length and season. Browse the boats below for live pricing.

Do I need a visa for Honduras?

Visa requirements vary by your nationality. Always check the latest entry rules with the destination's official government source before booking flights.

Is diving in Honduras safe for beginners?

Many Honduras sites are beginner-friendly, but some routes feature strong currents or deep walls suited only to experienced divers. Check each vessel's recommended experience level.

Plan your trip

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