

Best for intermediate divers, 20-29m, boat entry, mild current.
Great Wall is a boat-access wall and reef dive located off the coast of Roatán. The site features a vertical profile that drops from 20 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Due to the significant depth and vertical topography, solid buoyancy control is essential to avoid contact with sharp coral and rock. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, and night diving is available. Water temperatures remain consistent between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Boat access is required to reach this site, which is situated 1000 metres from the shore.
16.11635, -86.94530
Watch your depth on the wall, as it drops well past recreational limits and the vertical profile makes it easy to sink without noticing. Plan your bottom time conservatively and turn back with enough gas to make a relaxed ascent.
Most dive sites are a short boat ride away from Utila.
Recorded at this site
Depth
20-29m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
The site ranges from 20 to 29 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the vertical wall profile and depth.
Great Wall is a boat-access site located 1000 metres from the shore; boat charters are required.
No, this is a deep wall dive site intended for scuba diving.
Water temperatures range from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Diving at Great Wall in Utila requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Great Wall in Utila. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Great Wall in Utila. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Great Wall in Utila are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.