SOTO TRADER
Protected Area
Preston Bay - Main Channel MP (Little Cayman)
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles and pufferfish - SOTO TRADER offers some of Cayman Brac's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Soto Trader isn't a showstopper like some of the other wrecks in the Caymans, but it's a solid, enjoyable dive. This old motor vessel went down back in '76, apparently from a fire, and now rests upright at 14 metres. We like how accessible the holds are for a bit of penetration, and the entire wreck is draped in sponges and soft corals. Keep an eye out for schooling snapper around the bow, and we've often spotted big green morays peeking from the engine room. It’s a comfortable dive, really good for photographers or those looking to get some wreck experience without feeling pressured.
Typical SOTO TRADER Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to SOTO TRADER
Dive shops near SOTO TRADER
Little Cayman Divers
Reef Divers
Reef Divers II - Cayman Brac
Scuba Shack
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SOTO TRADER
SOTO TRADER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SOTO TRADER, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.68, -79.9) (4km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
31°C
87°F · Range: 29.5–31.7°C
Current Speed
3.61 cm/s
Direction: SW (213.7°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.043 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.19 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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