Sandy Bay Divers - Roatán

The team at Sandy Bay Divers run a tight ship, in the best possible way. We’ve always found their operation to be smooth, efficient, and genuinely friendly without being overly performative. They’re a solid pick for divers looking for a reliable, no-fuss Roatán experience, especially if you appreciate a smaller group vibe and don't want to feel like just another number on a big boat. We particularly love their location, giving easy access to the less trafficked sites on the north side, like West End Wall and Bear’s Den, often before the bigger operators from West Bay arrive. Their boats are always well-maintained, and the gear looks cared for. We usually bring our own kit, but we’ve seen their rentals, and they look perfectly decent. What really sets them apart, though, is their divemasters – they’re excellent at finding the little stuff, like the cryptic neck crabs tucked into sponges or the shy spotted drum juveniles. They also seem to have a knack for predicting current, which means more drift dives and less finning. If you’re staying closer to Sandy Bay and want to avoid the daily commute to busier areas, these folks are a top choice. Just remember to confirm their precise meeting times; sometimes they’ll suggest an earlier start to beat the crowds, which we always appreciate.

Location
Roatán, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.322220, -86.577070
Phone
+504 8896-5939
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.sandybaydivers.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:27469]
Address
Blue Bahia Road, Sandy Bay, Roatan,, 34101, Honduras

Dive Sites Near Sandy Bay Divers

Sandy Bay Divers provides access to 15 dive sites in Roatán.

Other Dive Centres in Roatán

Best Time to Dive in Roatán

The warmest water temperatures in Roatán occur in September, averaging 30.2°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 27.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.4°C
  • February: 27.3°C
  • March: 27.4°C
  • April: 28.0°C
  • May: 28.9°C
  • June: 29.3°C
  • July: 29.1°C
  • August: 29.7°C
  • September: 30.2°C
  • October: 30.0°C
  • November: 29.1°C
  • December: 28.3°C

Marine Life in Roatán

Home to 170 recorded species including 150 reef fish, 5 sea snails & nudibranchs, 5 hard corals, 4 other, 1 sharks & rays, 1 seagrass & algae.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Roatán

Based on average water temperature of 28.7°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories