

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Sunrise Reef, located off George Town and South Sound, features a combination of natural reef, artificial reef, and wreck structures. Situated 1000 metres from shore, the site is accessed by boat and offers depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres. The topography includes a crescent-shaped path and a shallow reef plateau. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 18 and 36 metres. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Green Moray, Fairy Basslet, Great Barracuda, Rock Beauty, French Angelfish, Spotted Scorpionfish, Queen Angelfish, Spotted Moray, Chain Moray, wrasses, groupers, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, and Purple Sea Fan. Hazards include jellyfish and sharp coral.
19.30556, -81.08028
A reference line in the sandy patch between walls aids in navigation to and from the main wall.
Located at 571 Northwest Point Road in West Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
18-36m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Green Moray, Fairy Basslet, Great Barracuda, Rock Beauty, French Angelfish, Spotted Scorpionfish, Queen Angelfish, Spotted Moray, Chain Moray, wrasses, groupers, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, and Purple Sea Fan.
Yes, Sunrise Reef is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild currents and shallow average depth of 9 metres.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 9 metres.
Yes, a boat is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling, particularly around the shallow reef plateau.
Diving at Sunrise Reef in West Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sunrise Reef in West Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Sunrise Reef in West Bay should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Sunrise Reef in West Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sunrise Reef in West Bay typically ranges from 18 metres to 36 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.