West Bay Divers - Roatán

The team at West Bay Divers are the kind of people you immediately feel comfortable with. We've always found their shop right on West Bay Beach to be a hive of relaxed activity, not a frantic rush. They really shine when it comes to personalised service. We think they’re a top pick for divers who prefer smaller groups and a slower pace, or those looking to advance their PADI certs in a genuinely supportive environment. What we love most about diving with them is their unhurried approach. Boats are never crammed, and the guides are brilliant at spotting the small stuff, like the cryptic decorator crabs or tiny blennies tucked into the sponges. On a morning dive at El Aguila, we once spent twenty minutes just watching a pair of spotted eagle rays cruise the wreck. They don't rush you off a site. Their location also means quick access to some great spots, like Mandy’s Eel Garden, where we always look out for the resident green moray, and Half Moon Bay Wall, a favourite for its dramatic drop-offs and schooling creole wrasse. We’d suggest booking your dives ahead, especially if you’re visiting during peak season, as their smaller boat capacity fills up fast.

Location
Roatán, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.278072, -86.598694
Phone
+1 888-348-3923
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.westbaydivers.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:19376]
Address
West Bay, Fosters Road, Roatan, No State, Honduras

Dive Sites Near West Bay Divers

West 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