

Best for intermediate divers, 5-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Palmetto Keyhole features a reef top starting at 5 metres that transitions into a wall extending to 22 metres. This site offers intermediate divers a combination of reef and drift diving. Visibility varies between 5 and 25 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Divers should maintain good buoyancy to avoid sharp coral. Due to active boat traffic, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential for all ascents. Species recorded around this area include Queen Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Spotted Moray, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Indian Lionfish, Spotted Scorpionfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, French Angelfish, Chain Moray, Rock Beauty, Stoplight Parrotfish, wrasses, and Blue Tang.
16.36930, -86.50270
Deploy your SMB before ascending, as boat traffic at this site is a real concern and surfacing without one is a risk not worth taking. Check current conditions with your dive operator before entry, as drift intensity can vary significantly from the mild baseline.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-22m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include Queen Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Spotted Moray, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Indian Lionfish, Spotted Scorpionfish, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, French Angelfish, Chain Moray, Rock Beauty, Stoplight Parrotfish, wrasses, and Blue Tang.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the potential for unpredictable currents and the requirement for precise buoyancy control around sharp coral.
The site features a reef top starting at 5 metres and a wall that extends to 22 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1500 metres from shore; a boat is required to access the site.
The site experiences mild currents that can strengthen unpredictably, and visibility ranges from 5 to 25 metres depending on local conditions.
Diving at Palmetto Keyhole in Coxen Hole requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Palmetto Keyhole in Coxen Hole. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.