

Best for beginner divers, 2-4m, boat entry, mild current.
Coral Gardens is a shallow reef site located 1000 metres from the shore of Caye Caulker. The site features a coral maze with an average depth of 3 metres, ranging between 2 and 4 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 30 metres and water temperatures ranging from 27 to 30C. Access to the site is by boat, and guided tours are available. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a typical dive duration of 45 minutes. Once in the water, visitors are free to explore the reef topography at their own pace.
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Unlike other neighboring spots, you are free to wander wherever you like once in the water.
Located in the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve, accessible only by booking a guided tour from Caye Caulker pier.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 4m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 2 to 4 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Yes, Coral Gardens is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Access to Coral Gardens requires a boat as it is located 1000 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 27C in the cooler months to 30C in the warmer months.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coral Gardens in Caye Caulker. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.