

Best for beginner divers, 5-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Meridian Drop is a wall and reef site located off West Bay and Seven Mile Beach. The reef top begins at 5 metres, allowing for shallow exploration before the wall descends to 22 metres and beyond. Divers should maintain strict depth awareness, as the site reaches 40 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 18 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is by boat only, and divers should exercise caution near the structure to avoid entanglement risks. Staying on the shallower reef section between 5 and 10 metres at the end of the dive helps extend bottom time.
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Because this is a boat-entry site, confirm departure times and operator details in advance, as facilities are not fixed at this location. Staying on the shallower reef section between 5 and 10 metres at the end of your dive extends your bottom time and lets you make the most of the visibility.
Boat access.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-22m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suited to Open Water certified divers, though caution is required regarding depth.
The reef begins at 5 metres, with the wall dropping to 22 metres and reaching depths of 40 metres.
This is a boat-entry site, and boat transport is required to reach the location.
Visibility typically ranges from 18 to 30 metres with mild currents and water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius.
Maintain strict depth awareness to avoid descending beyond planned limits and use caution near the structure to prevent entanglement.
Diving at Meridian Drop in Grand Cayman requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Meridian Drop in Grand Cayman. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.