

Best for beginner divers, 6-19m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Silver Gardens is a reef site located off the coast of West End and West Bay, Roatán. The topography features shallow areas starting at 6 metres with sandy patches, sloping down to a maximum depth of 19 metres. Divers typically encounter wrasses, while less frequent sightings include Indian Lionfish, Great Barracuda, Queen Angelfish, Gray Angelfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, Hogfish, Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer, Foureye Butterfly Fish, and Blue Tang. Macro life such as Pederson Cleaner Shrimp, Banded Coral Shrimp, Christmas Tree Worms, and Flamingo Tongue are also present. The site experiences mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 20 metres. Access is by boat, and the site is suitable for beginners.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
6-19m
Visibility
15-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses. Other species recorded at the site include Indian Lionfish, Great Barracuda, Queen Angelfish, Gray Angelfish, Stoplight Parrotfish, Hogfish, Caribbean Sharpnose Puffer, Foureye Butterfly Fish, Blue Tang, Pederson Cleaner Shrimp, Banded Coral Shrimp, Christmas Tree Worms, and Flamingo Tongue.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 6 to 19 metres deep, with an average depth of 17 metres.
Access to Silver Gardens requires a boat.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections at 6 metres may be accessible for snorkellers depending on boat operator policies.
Diving at Silver Gardens in Bay Islands requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Silver Gardens in Bay Islands. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Silver Gardens in Bay Islands typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Silver Gardens in Bay Islands typically ranges from 15 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.