Shark and Ray Alley
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 - Shark and Ray Alley offers some of Ambergris Caye's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
Shark and Ray Alley, just off Ambergris Caye, is a shallow, sandy patch where southern stingrays and nurse sharks congregate. It's a busy spot, often with several boats, but the rays and sharks are generally quite accustomed to divers. We find it's a good introduction for newer divers or those looking for a guaranteed close encounter, rather than a reef exploration. Visibility is usually pretty good here, allowing for clear views of the action.
Typical Shark and Ray Alley Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shark and Ray Alley
Shark and Ray Alley Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Shark and Ray Alley, 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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