Green Outhouse - Roatán

Le Trou du Lagon on Moorea is one of those spots we always make time for. It’s a deep, sheltered lagoon basin, maxing out at 18 metres, which means the light always feels soft and diffuse, especially in the morning. We love drifting over the sandy patches, keeping an eye out for sleeping whitetip reef sharks – they’re usually tucked into crevices or just resting on the bottom, easy to spot. The coral rose here is a definite highlight, a huge, intricate formation that draws in all sorts of reef fish. You'll see schools of convict tang and soapfish, and we’ve often found scorpionfish camouflaged perfectly against the coral. It’s a calm, easy dive, perfect for photographers wanting to take their time or for newer divers building confidence. Visibility averages around 19 metres, which gives you plenty of scope to take everything in. Keep an eye on the sandy slopes for leopard rays gliding past.

Location
Roatán, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.324500, -86.582100
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Islas de la Bahía

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

Nearby Dive Sites in Roatán

Nearest Dive Centres to Green Outhouse

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Green Outhouse

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical diving depth at the Green Outhouse dive site in Roatan?
The Green Outhouse Wall dive site in Roatan offers a maximum diving depth of 20 meters. This makes it a suitable site for a wide range of divers looking to explore the underwater features of Honduras.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at Green Outhouse in Roatan?
The Green Outhouse Wall in Roatan is primarily a reef dive site, offering divers the chance to explore vibrant coral structures and general underwater features typical of a healthy reef environment. While specific marine life is not detailed, divers can anticipate a rich ecosystem common to the Honduras region. For more information on marine life, you can visit our wildlife database.
How difficult is the Green Outhouse dive site in Roatan for scuba divers?
The Green Outhouse Wall dive site in Roatan is rated as an intermediate difficulty dive. Despite this, it is considered suitable for all levels of divers, especially with the normally recommended drift diving technique. This allows divers of varying experience to enjoy the amazing underwater environment of Honduras.
What is the best time of year or day to dive Green Outhouse in Roatan for optimal conditions?
The provided data for the Green Outhouse Wall dive site in Roatan does not specify the best time of year or day for optimal diving conditions. For general information on when to dive in Honduras, please refer to our When to Dive section.
What scuba diving certifications are required to dive at Green Outhouse in Roatan?
The Green Outhouse Wall dive site in Roatan is described as suitable for all levels of divers. While specific certification requirements are not detailed in the provided information, standard open water certification is generally a prerequisite for most dive sites. Always check with local dive operators in Honduras for their specific requirements.
What are the typical current and water conditions like at the Green Outhouse dive site in Roatan?
At the Green Outhouse Wall dive site in Roatan, drift diving is normally recommended, indicating the presence of currents. Divers can expect excellent water conditions with an average visibility of 22 meters in this salt water environment. These conditions contribute to an amazing diving experience in Honduras.