

Best for beginner divers, 2-15m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Neptune's is a reef site located in West End and West Bay, Honduras, accessible via both shore and boat entries. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. The site features healthy coral clusters and is suitable for beginners. Marine life recorded here includes basket starfish, groupers, drum and croaker, Pederson cleaner shrimp, wrasses, stoplight parrotfish, flamingo tongue, queen conch, snails, and sea cucumbers. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 12 and 30 metres. Hazards include boat traffic and sharp coral. Facilities available include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a cafe, equipment rental, boat charter, and guided tours.
16.08850, -86.92850
The beach club dock offers jumping spots for swimmers and the shallow reef just offshore is suitable for novice snorkelers.
Reach the site exclusively by water taxi departing from a dock near Chepe's Beach in Utila town. The boat ride takes 15 to 20 minutes through mangrove canals.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
12-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Best Time
Year-round
Divers and snorkellers may encounter basket starfish, groupers, drum and croaker, Pederson cleaner shrimp, wrasses, stoplight parrotfish, flamingo tongue, queen conch, snails, and sea cucumbers.
Yes, Neptune's is suitable for beginners, offering shallow depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 2 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Yes, Neptune's is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
Yes, the site allows for both shore and boat entries, with a long wooden pier available for access.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Neptune's in Utila. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Neptune's in Utila. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Neptune's 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.
Neptune's in Utila typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Neptune's in Utila typically ranges from 12 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.