Dive Site: The Wreck of Mr. Bud

About The Wreck of Mr. Bud

The Wreck of Mr. Bud is a purposefully sunk cargo and shrimp boat located on the southern shore of Roatan, Honduras. It rests upright along the edge of a reef in a sandy channel nestled between two substantial coral heads, making it a prominent feature in the Roatan diving landscape since its sinking in 1995. This deliberate sinking created an artificial reef, fostering marine growth and providing a fascinating underwater structure for exploration. The 75-foot (22-meter) long wreck lies at a maximum depth of approximately 60 feet (18 meters), with its upper decks accessible at around 45 feet (13 meters). The wreck is noted for being open, allowing for easy swim-throughs, and certified wreck divers have multiple entry points for internal exploration. Its position along a wall and between coral formations enhances its visual interest and topographic diversity, creating varied habitats. Marine life at Mr. Bud is diverse, with the surrounding sand flats home to jawfish, Kadu, and Pinheiro. The wreck itself provides a habitat for large sponges, hard and soft corals, and a variety of resident creatures. Divers frequently encounter moray eels, including a large one noted in the main room, as well as silversides, peacock flounders, and sailfin blennies. The reef top attracts nudibranchs and seahorses, and sightings of angelfish, parrotfish, groupers, crabs, and damselfish are common. Moray eels are sighted frequently year-round, with seahorse sightings peaking in April, July, and October. This site is accessible to divers of all certification levels, offering a generally calm experience due to the tranquil surrounding waters of Roatan. It is often paired with other nearby sites, serving as a second dive. While visibility can sometimes be less than ideal, the shallow depth and open structure make it a rewarding exploration dive.