15-40m
    Roatán, Honduras
    Sistema de Humedales de la Isla de Utila

    Don Quickset

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    Sistema de Humedales de la Isla de Utila

    Why dive here

    With 168+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - Don Quickset offers some of Roatán's richest wall diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Orcas, Sea Turtles, Whale Sharks and Pufferfish · 168+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterWall dive · max 15-40m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Don Quickset feels like a secret handshake on Roatán’s west end. No mooring means you’ll be drifting, which we love for the effortless glide over the sand channels and scattered coral heads. It’s not a riot of colour like some of the deeper wall dives, but for us, the magic here is in the macro life and the sheer volume of smaller fish. Look closely in the sand for Kuna Gobies popping in and out of their burrows and the iridescent flash of Slender Filefish trying to blend in. We often spot groups of Horse-eye Jacks circling, and it’s a site where you’re almost guaranteed to find a few Lionfish, which helps with local conservation efforts. The real joy of Don Quickset is in slowing down, letting the current carry you, and focusing on the details. This site suits divers who appreciate the subtler beauty of the reef and enjoy hunting for the smaller creatures rather than chasing pelagics. It’s a relaxed dive, perfect for a long bottom time, especially if you’re into underwater photography.

    Typical Don Quickset Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Don Quickset

    Don Quickset Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Don Quickset, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.27, -86.6) (5km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29–31.6°C

    Current Speed

    1.41 cm/s

    Direction: NW (315°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.052 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    35.96 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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