

Best for beginner divers, 5-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Seaquest Shallow is a reef site located 500 metres offshore from French Harbour and Sandy Bay, Roatán. Suitable for beginners, the site ranges from 5 to 17 metres in depth with an average of 10 metres. Divers and snorkellers experience mild currents and visibility between 18 and 30 metres. Marine life includes sea bass, schoolmaster snapper, yellowtail snapper, bluestriped grunt, harlequin bass, queen angelfish, pacific trumpetfish, peacock flounder, scrawled filefish, and cushion sea star. Massive starlet coral is also present. Hazards include boat traffic, lionfish, and sharp coral. Boat access is required, and the site supports night diving. Equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours are available locally.
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Boat traffic in the area can pick up during the middle of the day, so descend promptly after the briefing and always surface under the boat or with a surface marker buoy. The site dives year-round, and the on-site dive shop handles equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours if you want a local guide to show you around the reef.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-17m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers and snorkellers can observe sea bass, schoolmaster snapper, yellowtail snapper, bluestriped grunt, harlequin bass, queen angelfish, pacific trumpetfish, peacock flounder, scrawled filefish, cushion sea star, and massive starlet coral.
Yes, Seaquest Shallow is well-suited for beginners due to its manageable depth range of 5 to 17 metres and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
Yes, Seaquest Shallow is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Seaquest Shallow in Coxen Hole requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Seaquest Shallow in Coxen Hole. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Seaquest Shallow in Coxen Hole. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Seaquest Shallow in Coxen Hole should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Seaquest Shallow in Coxen Hole typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Seaquest Shallow in Coxen Hole typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.