NO.3
Protected Area
Hol Chan
Why dive here
With 192+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, lemon sharks, nurse sharks and sea turtles - NO.3 offers some of Ambergris Caye's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
No. 3 is less about dramatic depths and more about history. This old barge, sunk back in '75 during a rough tow, sits in just 5 metres of water, a shallow dive perfect for those looking for something a bit different from the usual reefscape. You'll find it well-colonised now; sergeant majors flit through its skeletal remains, and we’ve spotted small moray eels tucked into crevices. It's a relaxed exploration, ideal for newer divers or for a final, easy dive of the day.
Typical NO.3 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to NO.3
Dive shops near NO.3
White Sands Dive Shop
Coral Divers Limited
Whiet Sands Dive Shop
Tuff E Nuff Tours & Dive Center
Sea Star Belize
Island Divers
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for NO.3
NO.3 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for NO.3, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (17.98, -87.92) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.6–31.5°C
Current Speed
4 cm/s
Direction: N (0°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.045 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.42 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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