

Best for beginner divers, 2-27m, boat entry, mild current.
Tuffy Channel is a reef and canyon site located 200 metres off the coast of Ambergris Caye, Belize. The site features a depth range of 2 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Conditions are variable, with visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres and mild currents. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a typical dive duration of 60 minutes. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards, including sharks and sharp coral formations. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius.
17.96840, -87.92000
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 27m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 27 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 200 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of sharks and sharp coral.
Diving at Tuffy Channel 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 Tuffy Channel in San Pedro. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Tuffy Channel in San Pedro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tuffy Channel in San Pedro typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.