

Best for beginner divers, 8-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Chattham Reef in Montego Bay is a boat-accessible site suitable for beginner divers. The reef topography ranges from 8 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres, though sections reach 40 metres. Divers experience mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius. The site features cave and overhead environments that require careful navigation and depth monitoring. Divers should exercise caution around sharp coral and rock formations. Typical dive times are approximately 45 minutes. Confirm equipment hire and departure schedules with a local dive operator prior to arrival.
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Reach the site by boat and confirm departure times and equipment hire with your local dive operator before arrival, as facilities vary. Keep a close eye on your depth on the deeper sections of the reef, staying shallower until you are comfortable reading the mild current.
Access to guests of other hotels requires an online booking 48+ hours in advance to arrange a day pass.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-24m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 12 metres and mild currents that assist with buoyancy control.
Access to this site is by boat only. You should confirm departure times and equipment hire with a local dive operator before arriving.
The reef structure ranges from 8 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Some sections of the reef reach 40 metres.
The coral and rocks are sharp, so maintain awareness of your surroundings. Additionally, monitor your depth carefully when navigating the cave and overhead environments.
Diving at Chattham Reef in Montego Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Chattham Reef in Montego Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Chattham Reef in Montego Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Chattham Reef in Montego Bay typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.