On the western side of the diving mecca that is Roatan, Honduras, West Bay is ideally nestled along a stretch of pristine sands bathed by warm Caribbean waters. West Bay Beach is one of the Bay Islands’ top diving hotspots, home to numerous dive centers and dive resorts, right on the seafront, offering diving trips and dive courses ranging from beginner all the way up to professional levels.
The healthy reefs that teem with tropical species are right off the beach, close enough to both dive and swim in many parts. You can opt for shore diving or boat diving, depending on where you wish to dive. Liveaboards often visit West Bay’s best sites so you won’t miss out if you’re not staying here.
Reef diving is excellent here, and interesting topography makes for exciting cave diving, especially at sites like Hole in the Wall, Blue Channel and Bear’s Den. Must-dive wall sites include Half Moon Bay Wall, Texas, Pablo’s Place and West End Wall. Many of the wall sites offer exhilarating drift diving too.
Wreck diving here is also possible, with two popular shipwrecks being the El Aguila and The Odyssey.
Warm temperatures rest around 27°C–30°C/81°F–86°F allowing for great diving year-round. The best time is usually April and May, when the dry season brings the best weather and ocean conditions.
The rainy season runs from around July to January, though the wettest months are between October and January. Tropical rains usually pass quickly though, and sunny days occur frequently.
For whale shark encounters, any time of the year is possible, however February and April provide the best chances.
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