

Best for beginner divers, 8-9m, boat entry, mild current.
San Pedro Canyons is a reef and canyon site located 300 metres off the coast of Ambergris Caye, Belize. This site is suitable for beginners, featuring an average depth of 8 metres with a maximum depth of approximately 9 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 14 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 27C and 30C throughout the year. Hazards at this location include surge and sharp coral. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, green morays, Indian lionfish, queen angelfish, great barracuda, and various species of parrotfish and wrasses.
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The site is located a short distance beyond the reef protection, which can be helpful on rough days.
Accessible by boat from San Pedro, with a five-minute ride.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-9m
Visibility
14-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, green morays, Indian lionfish, queen angelfish, great barracuda, wrasses, and various parrotfish species.
Yes, San Pedro Canyons is suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 8 metres, with a recorded depth range between 8.5 and 9.1 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site located 300 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, its shallow depth of 8 to 9 metres may allow for snorkelling depending on local operator policies and conditions.
Diving at San Pedro Canyons in San Pedro requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at San Pedro Canyons in San Pedro. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit San Pedro Canyons in San Pedro are May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at San Pedro Canyons in San Pedro should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
San Pedro Canyons in San Pedro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at San Pedro Canyons in San Pedro typically ranges from 14 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.