

Best for beginner divers, 2-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Shark Ray Alley is a reef site located 800 metres from Caye Caulker, Belize. The site features a reef structure starting at 2 metres and extending to 21 metres, though depths can reach 35 metres. It is suitable for beginners due to mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site supports night diving. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic, jellyfish, and surf. A full wetsuit or skin suit is recommended for protection against jellyfish, and close proximity to the boat is advised during entry and exit.
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Watch for boat traffic throughout the dive, as this is a busy, well-visited site and vessels pass frequently overhead. Jellyfish are a recurring hazard, so a full wetsuit or skin suit is worth wearing even in the warm water.
Access is via guided boat tours from Caye Caulker or Ambergris Caye.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 21m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
180 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and shallow reef starting at 2 metres.
The reef starts at 2 metres and averages 15 metres, though the site extends to 21 metres and can reach 35 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 800 metres from shore.
Yes, the site is accessible for both diving and snorkelling.
Hazards include active boat traffic, jellyfish, and surf. Divers should maintain close proximity to the boat during entry and exit.
Diving at Shark Ray Alley in Caye Caulker requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Shark Ray Alley in Caye Caulker. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Shark Ray Alley in Caye Caulker are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Shark Ray Alley in Caye Caulker typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shark Ray Alley in Caye Caulker typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.