Best time to visit Honduras

Diving in Honduras

Honduras is a diving Mecca with a pirate pedigree

Best time: year round (best March–May)

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Diving in the Caribbean is hard to surpass. Visibility is stunning, and the sea remains transparent for long periods. The turquoise waters of the Bay Islands, especially, please with their warmth.

The most popular diving spots are Roatan, Utila, and Guanaja which are part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. By the way, this is the second largest barrier reef in the world. You can see not just coral but also about 500 marine species including reef and whale sharks, moray eels, eagle rays, whiskers, spotted humpbacks, octopus, groupers, crabs, garden eels, and molluscs.

Pilot whales and dolphins often accompany divers. The coolest place for diving is the Sandy Bay Reserve area and a dive site called the "hole in the wall," although, in fact, it is not a hole at all but a crack. There are a lot of labyrinths there where you can see barracuda and eagle rays. For fans of shipwrecks, there is "El Agula" (Eagle)—a ship (71m long) sunk at a depth of 34 meters on the coast of one of the most famous Caribbean diving resorts called Antony's Keys. Another local "diving Mecca" is the so-called "Bearded Cave" which is a system of underwater catacombs, the entrance of which grows thickets of salad coral.

The best time of the year to dive near the Bay Islands is April–May when the weather is warm and dry. Moreover, March–April are some of the best months to spot whale sharks around the Bay Islands.

Practical info

What marine species can be seen while diving in Honduras?

Honduras is a great place for divers with a wide variety of marine species like whale sharks, moray eels, spotted humpbacks, eagle rays, reef sharks, garden eels, mollusks, crabs, and octopuses. Divers can also see pilot whales and dolphins that accompany them often. Exploring bearded caves and El Agula's shipwreck can offer a unique adventure amid the coral reefs. Show more

Which dive site is best for spotting barracuda and eagle rays?

The area near the Sandy Bay Reserve is perfect for divers who want to see barracuda and eagle rays. Divers can explore underwater canyons, reefs, and channels to catch a glimpse of these beautiful creatures. The Hole in the Wall is also an excellent spot for scuba diving with exceptional visibility for exploring reef mazes and channels. Show more

When is the best time to visit Honduras for diving?

Tourists can visit Honduras for diving all year round, but April and May are the most recommended months because of the warm and dry weather. Diving enthusiasts who want to see whale sharks should visit Honduras from March to April as it's the best time to encounter them around the Bay Islands. Show more

What is the size of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef in Honduras?

The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System is the second-largest barrier reef globally in Honduras, measuring approximately 1000 kilometers. The reefs offer a unique array of marine species with many reef formations, some even endangered. Honduras's reefs are a must-visit for divers, providing breathtaking views. Show more

Is it possible to spot whale sharks while diving in the Bay Islands in Honduras outside of March-May?

It's still possible to see whale sharks on a dive near Bay Islands or Roatan while December to April is the most favorable period, with March and April being the best months to view them. Whale sharks are somewhat migratory and visit Honduras year-round. Show more

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