Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
    Grand Cayman East

    Chub Hole

    Best months: Dec–Mar

    Protected Area

    Grand Cayman East

    Why dive here

    With 327+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Chub Hole offers some of Grand Cayman's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeDec–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Bull Sharks, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Orcas and Sea Turtles · 327+ species recorded
    Water27-31°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Chub Hole is pure Grand Cayman magic, an absolute standout for us. You drop onto a mini-wall that’s less a wall and more an architectural marvel, carved with tunnels and archways. We love drifting through them, feeling that slight temperature drop as you enter, then emerging to a burst of sunlight. It’s like a secret passage tour. North of the wall, the reef opens up, towering coral fingers reaching towards the surface. Keep an eye out for the Bermuda Chubb, of course, they hang out in the canyons, often with sleepy Tarpon. Visibility here is usually fantastic, often pushing 25 meters, so you can really appreciate the sheer scale of the coral formations. Look for juvenile fish clouds shimmering above the coral, a real visual feast. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers wanting to explore nooks and crannies without deep deco concerns, and we'd say it’s best enjoyed mid-morning before any crowds arrive.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Chub Hole

    Chub Hole Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Chub Hole, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.38, -81.32) (5km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    87°F · Range: 29.1–31.8°C

    Current Speed

    4.47 cm/s

    Direction: NW (296.6°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.045 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    36.14 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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