

Best for beginner divers, 15-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Oro Verde is an artificial reef and wreck site located 274 metres off West Bay and Seven Mile Beach. The wreck rests at depths between 15 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 11 metres. This site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally stable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. The site is also suitable for night diving, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. As an artificial reef, the structure provides a distinct topography for divers to explore in the marine environment of Grand Cayman.
19.33860, -81.39070
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The site can be accessed by boat in about 30 minutes time.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The wreck lies at depths between 15 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 11 metres.
Oro Verde is a boat dive located 274 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 27C in the winter months to 30C during the summer.
Divers should be mindful of boat traffic in the area and exercise caution when navigating the wreck structure.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Oro Verde in West Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.