

Best for intermediate divers, 18-30m, boat entry, mild current.
The Haliburton Wreck is an artificial reef located off West End and West Bay, Honduras. This site is accessible only by boat and is suited for intermediate divers due to its depth, which ranges from 18 to 30 metres. Divers encounter a variety of marine life, including French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, groupers, boxfish, blue tang, and honeycomb cowfish. Other species recorded at the site include Christmas tree worms, flamingo tongues, wrasses, arrow crabs, gray angelfish, sea bass, and lizardfish. Conditions typically feature mild currents and visibility between 18 and 30 metres. The wreck presents an overhead environment, and dives generally last around 30 minutes.
16.10000, -86.93330
Dive professionals on Utila have a tradition of leaving objects as tribute to the wreck, and the wheelhouse is adorned with various knickknacks.
The site is reached by boat from Utila town, with a ride time of under 30 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Divers regularly encounter French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, groupers, boxfish, blue tang, honeycomb cowfish, Christmas tree worms, flamingo tongues, wrasses, arrow crabs, gray angelfish, sea bass, and lizardfish.
No, the Haliburton Wreck is classified for intermediate divers due to the depth and the presence of an overhead environment.
The site depth ranges from 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
No, the Haliburton Wreck requires boat access.
Due to the depth of 18 to 30 metres and the overhead environment of the wreck, this site is intended for scuba diving rather than snorkelling.
Diving at Haliburton Wreck in Utila requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Haliburton Wreck in Utila. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Haliburton Wreck in Utila typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Haliburton Wreck in Utila typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.