Labyrinth/Kenny’s Reef - Roatán

Munda, in Iron Bottom Sound, is often dismissed as just a training site. And yes, it’s shallow, only 5m deep, with a gentle sandy slope fringed by seagrass. But we think that’s precisely its charm. Drop in and you’re immediately immersed in a quiet, almost meditative dive. The visibility isn't always stellar, maybe 10m on an average day, but that just encourages you to slow down and look closer. Our favorite finds here are the pipefish – we've spotted Messmate and Alligator pipefish camouflaged in the seagrass, practically posing for photos. The blennies too, especially the Banded Fringe Blenny, are always a treat, peering out from small holes. You’ll see plenty of the usual reef fish like Bristle-toothed Surgeonfish and Blue and Gold Fusiliers zipping past. The real magic happens when you give it time; we’ve even found seahorses here amongst the blades, though they take some searching. It's a perfect spot for macro enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a relaxed, unhurried dive to practice buoyancy or just unwind after a deeper wreck. Don't let the "training site" label fool you.

Location
Roatán, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.082600, -86.918200
Type
reef

Marine Protected Area: Sistema de Humedales de la Isla de Utila

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 Labyrinth/Kenny’s Reef

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 Labyrinth/Kenny’s Reef

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