

Best for intermediate divers, 4-23m, boat entry, mild current.
Black Beauty is a reef and wall site located at Turneffe Atoll, Belize. The topography features a shallow reef starting at 4 metres that extends to a drop-off at 23 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 15 and 40 metres with generally mild currents that may strengthen. Marine life recorded here includes nurse sharks, French angelfish, queen angelfish, blue tang, stoplight parrotfish, wrasses, Spanish hogfish, yellowtail snapper, brain coral, soldierfish, long-spined sea urchins, and snails. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with wall environments and variable currents. Guided tours are recommended to navigate the wall sections effectively.
17.15917, -87.90612
Boat access is the only way in, so book with an operator offering guided tours since the current can pick up unpredictably and local knowledge helps you choose the best section of wall to work on any given day.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4-23m
Visibility
15-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Divers regularly encounter nurse sharks, French and queen angelfish, blue tang, stoplight parrotfish, wrasses, Spanish hogfish, yellowtail snapper, soldierfish, brain coral, long-spined sea urchins, and snails.
The site is rated for intermediate divers. While Open Water certification is the entry point, divers should be comfortable with wall environments and unpredictable currents.
The site ranges from 4 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 30 kilometres from shore.
The site is primarily a dive location featuring a wall and drop-off, and boat access is required.
Diving at Black Beauty in Black Beauty requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Black Beauty in Black Beauty. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Black Beauty in Black Beauty are March, April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Black Beauty in Black Beauty 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.
Black Beauty in Black Beauty typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Black Beauty in Black Beauty typically ranges from 15 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.