

Best for beginner divers, 22m, boat entry, moderate current.
Tuckle Bucket Canyon in Ambergris Caye, Belize, features a dramatic reef and canyon topography at a depth of 22 to 28 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres and water temperatures ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. The site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for beginners, though a moderate current requires careful attention. Marine life commonly encountered includes nurse sharks resting on the bottom, green moray eels, and great barracuda. Other species present include whiptail stingrays, wrasses, and various parrotfish. Divers should exercise caution around sharp coral formations and maintain good buoyancy throughout the 50-minute dive.
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The moderate current can catch beginner divers off guard, so brief your guide before the dive and establish a clear signal for when you want to slow down or ascend. Facilities are unconfirmed at this site, so confirm what your boat operator provides before you head out.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
22m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Dec
Divers frequently encounter nurse sharks, green moray eels, great barracuda, whiptail stingrays, wrasses, blue tang, and various parrotfish species.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though the moderate current requires divers to stay close to their guide and use the reef for shelter.
The depth at Tuckle Bucket Canyon ranges from 22 to 28 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 2000 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 22 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Tuckle Bucket Canyon 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 Tuckle Bucket Canyon in San Pedro. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tuckle Bucket Canyon in San Pedro are January, February, March, April, May, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Tuckle Bucket Canyon 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.
Expect moderate currents at Tuckle Bucket Canyon in San Pedro. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Tuckle Bucket Canyon in San Pedro typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.