

Best for intermediate divers, 13-21m, boat entry, mild current.
The Mr. Bud Wreck is an artificial reef located off French Harbour and Sandy Bay, Roatán. Resting at depths between 13 and 21 metres, the vessel is well-colonised by marine life, including purple sea fans, wrasses, blue tangs, and stoplight parrotfish. Divers may also encounter French and queen angelfish, great barracuda, spotted scorpionfish, and groupers. The site features penetration sections that create an overhead environment, requiring appropriate wreck certification. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres with mild currents. Access is by boat only, and divers should remain aware of active boat traffic near the surface. Night diving is available at this location.
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Before entering any penetration section, confirm your torch is functioning and run a quick entanglement check on your gear, as the interior has tight passages with sharp edges. Boat traffic in this area is active, so deploy your SMB on ascent and stay close to the shot line.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
13-21m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter purple sea fans, wrasses, blue tangs, and stoplight parrotfish. Less common sightings include French and queen angelfish, great barracuda, spotted scorpionfish, groupers, Indian lionfish, rock beauty, drum and croaker, lefteye flounder, and mantis shrimp.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers. The significant depth and the presence of an overhead environment within the wreck require advanced training and wreck certification.
The wreck lies in 13 to 21 metres of water, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site. Divers must deploy an SMB on ascent and stay close to the shot line due to active boat traffic in the area.
No, this site is intended for scuba diving due to the depth of the wreck and the requirement for wreck certification to explore the structure safely.
Diving at Mr. Bud Wreck in Roatan Island requires the following certifications: Open Water, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mr. Bud Wreck in Roatan Island. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Mr. Bud Wreck in Roatan Island typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mr. Bud Wreck in Roatan Island typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.