

Best for intermediate divers, 9-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Ridge at Turneffe Atoll features a reef top beginning at 9 metres that transitions into a drop-off reaching 20 metres. Divers navigate wall and pinnacle structures where visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres. While currents are typically mild, they can become strong and variable, requiring careful monitoring of position and ascent profiles. This site is accessible only by boat and is suitable for intermediate divers. Guided tours are available, and night diving is permitted. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should plan for decompression requirements and remain aware of potential down currents during ascents.
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Current can surge unexpectedly along the drop-off, so brief with your guide before descending and agree on a bailout plan if conditions change. This is a boat-only site, so confirm your operator has guides familiar with current patterns at Turneffe before you book.
Access to the Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve is only available to ticket holders. Entry tickets must be purchased online.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-20m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
The site ranges from 9 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Turtle Ridge is rated for intermediate skill levels due to the potential for strong currents and the need for careful ascent management.
This is a boat-only site; you must arrange a guided tour with an operator familiar with the local current patterns.
The site is primarily a dive location with a drop-off reaching 20 metres, and boat access is required.
Divers should be prepared for strong currents, variable visibility, and potential down currents during ascent. Always plan for decompression requirements.
Diving at Turtle Ridge in Turtle Ridge requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Turtle Ridge in Turtle Ridge. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Turtle Ridge in Turtle Ridge are March, April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Turtle Ridge in Turtle Ridge typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Ridge in Turtle Ridge typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.