

Best for beginner divers, 2-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Tres Amigos is a reef site located 1500 metres from shore at Turneffe Atoll, Belize. This site is suitable for beginners, offering a shallow average depth of 7 metres with a total range between 2 and 12 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, fluctuating between 27C and 30C. The site provides a straightforward reef environment for those looking for accessible, shallow-water diving in the region.
17.21402, -87.85550
Deploy an SMB if surfacing away from the boat due to boat traffic on shallow patch reefs.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with a shallow average depth of 7 metres.
The depth at this site ranges from 2 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Tres Amigos is a boat-only dive site located 1500 metres from shore.
Given the shallow depth range of 2 to 12 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling.
Diving at Tres Amigos in Turneffe Atoll requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Tres Amigos in Turneffe Atoll. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Tres Amigos in Turneffe Atoll are March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tres Amigos in Turneffe Atoll typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tres Amigos in Turneffe Atoll typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.