

Best for intermediate divers, 1-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Cordelia Bank, located off French Harbour and Sandy Bay, is a protected wildlife site and a critical nursery for the local reef system. It features dense stands of Staghorn and Elkhorn coral. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and offers excellent snorkelling. Depths range from 1 to 20 metres, with boat access required for the 1852-metre journey from shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility typically between 9 and 10 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, ranging from 27C to 30C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Queen Angelfish, and various wrasses. Divers should be aware of sharks and sharp coral.
16.30800, -86.51500
The majority of Cordelia Banks, including the sites with the highest density of coral, are closed to dive tourism and require a special permit to visit.
The site is located on the southwest coast of Roatan, separated from the mainland by a channel 150 metres wide.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
9-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Queen Angelfish, French Angelfish, and various wrasses.
The site is rated for intermediate divers, though it is highly rated for snorkelling.
The depth at Cordelia Bank ranges from 1 to 20 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1852 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site has a 5/5 rating for snorkelling.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cordelia Bank in Coxen Hole. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Cordelia Bank in Coxen Hole typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cordelia Bank in Coxen Hole typically ranges from 9 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.