

Best for intermediate divers, 9-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Bear's Den in French Harbour and Sandy Bay is a multi-level site featuring a reef, wall, and cave system. Divers can navigate swim-throughs and caverns that descend from the reef crest to a wall extending beyond 30 metres. The site offers depths between 9 and 30 metres with an average of 12 metres. Marine life includes common wrasses and parrotfish, alongside uncommon sightings of French Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Spotted Scorpionfish, Indian Lionfish, Peacock Flounder, Cushion Sea Star, Porcupinefish, Blue Tang, Pacific Trumpetfish, Purple Sea Fan, and Spotfin Butterflyfish. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and overhead environments.
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Explore the cavern earlier in the day to experience the best angle of the sun.
Located to the east of Half Moon Bay on the northern side of Roatan.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-30m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses and parrotfish. Uncommon sightings include French Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Spotted Scorpionfish, Indian Lionfish, Peacock Flounder, Cushion Sea Star, Porcupinefish, Blue Tang, Pacific Trumpetfish, Purple Sea Fan, and Spotfin Butterflyfish.
No, Bear's Den is rated for intermediate divers. The site features overhead environments and moderate currents.
The site ranges from 9 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, boat access is required to reach this site.
Yes, the shallow reef crest area is suitable for snorkelling, where brain corals can be observed.
Diving at Bear's Den in West End requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Bear's Den in West End. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Bear's Den in West End. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Bear's Den in West End typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.