

Best for intermediate divers, 15-58m, boat entry, mild current.
Octopus Acre is a boat-access reef and wall dive located off French Harbour and Sandy Bay, Roatán. The site features a depth range of 15 to 58 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres, making it suitable for intermediate divers. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, accompanied by mild currents. Divers should exercise caution near the wall face, as sharp coral and rock edges present a hazard. Night diving is available, offering a different experience from daytime conditions. The site is located 100 metres from shore, and guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available locally.
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Watch your buoyancy closely near the wall face as sharp coral and rock edges can cause cuts on an uncontrolled drift. The site runs year-round, and the full complement of gear rental, air fills, and guided tours is available, so a guide is worth booking if you are not familiar with wall diving in this region.
All dive sites in Roatan are reachable within 10 minutes by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-58m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the wall topography and depth range.
The site ranges from 15 to 58 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Octopus Acre requires boat access.
Water temperatures range from 26 to 29 degrees Celsius, with mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres.
Divers should be careful of sharp coral and rock edges along the wall face, which can cause cuts.
Diving at Octopus Acre in West End requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Octopus Acre in West End. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Octopus Acre in West End. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.