The Chutes
Protected Area
Caye Bokel, Turneffe Atolls
Why dive here
With 378+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and hammerhead sharks - The Chutes offers some of Turneffe Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Chutes at Turneffe Atoll is a solid afternoon dive, particularly if you’re looking for a wider perspective. You drop onto a sand flat that stretches out before a sheer wall, which starts around 50 feet. It’s a great spot for spotting garden eels swaying in the current, and we’ve often found yellowhead jawfish peeking from their burrows here. The chutes themselves are wide, sandy gullies that funnel you towards the main wall, where you’ll see plenty of yellow tube sponges and purple sea whips. Keep an eye out for hawksbill turtles cruising by, and we regularly spot spotted drums and scrawled cowfish in the overhangs. This site is pretty relaxed, good for wide-angle photographers or anyone who appreciates a bit of space on the reef.
Typical The Chutes Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 50m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Chutes
The Chutes Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Chutes, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (17.5, -87.88) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.8–32°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
7.39 m/s
14.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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