

Best for beginner divers, 7-21m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cabañas is a reef-to-wall dive site located between West End and West Bay, Roatán. The site features a reef structure starting at 7 metres that extends to 21 metres before transitioning into a deeper wall. Divers typically experience a moderate current, making this a drift dive that requires careful buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks. With visibility ranging from 18 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius, the site is suitable for beginners. Boat access is required, and dives typically last around 50 minutes. Divers should brief their skipper on surfacing locations due to the consistent current.
16.06930, -86.95180
The moderate current runs in a consistent direction, so brief your skipper on where you want to surface before you descend. Watch your buoyancy closely near the reef structure, as the coral and rocks are sharp and easy to brush against in a drift.
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Depth
7-21m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering shallower reef areas that allow newly certified divers to build confidence before approaching the wall.
The site ranges from 7 metres to 21 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
Visibility ranges from 18 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. A moderate current is typically present.
The site contains sharp coral and rocks, requiring careful buoyancy control and good fin awareness to avoid contact.
Diving at Cabañas in Bay Islands requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cabañas in Bay Islands. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.