

Best for beginner divers, 14m, boat entry, mild current.
Sandy Point is a reef and canyon site located 1000 metres off the coast of Ambergris Caye, Belize. The site maintains a consistent depth of 14 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access is by boat, with typical dives lasting 45 minutes. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 20 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 27C and 30C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, green morays, whiptail stingrays, and various angelfish, wrasses, and parrotfish. Be aware of sharp coral throughout the reef structure.
17.91850, -87.95170
Local guides match divers to specific sites based on experience, interests, and conditions.
Access is via boat from Ambergris Caye.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, green morays, whiptail stingrays, queen angelfish, French angelfish, rock beauty, great barracuda, Indian lionfish, spotted moray, wrasses, blue tang, and striped parrotfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with a consistent depth of 14 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average and consistent depth of 14 metres.
Sandy Point is a boat dive located 1000 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving at a depth of 14 metres, it is accessible by boat.
Diving at Sandy Point 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 Sandy Point in San Pedro. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Sandy Point 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.
Sandy Point in San Pedro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sandy Point in San Pedro typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.