Roatán, Honduras
    Islas de la Bahía

    Mary’s Place

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    Islas de la Bahía

    Why dive here

    With 168+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - Mary’s Place offers some of Roatán's richest wreck 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
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Mary’s Place is one of those sites that sticks with you. We love it because it’s not just another wall dive; it’s a geological anomaly, a deep crack in the reef that feels like diving into a forgotten cathedral. Descending into the fissure, the light plays tricks, shafts piercing through the narrow opening above, illuminating the gorgonians and sponges that cling to the vertical walls. It’s like entering a different world, quieter, cooler. The crack itself runs for a good stretch, maybe 30 meters, and it's full of small crevices and overhangs where you’ll spot schooling French grunts and squirrelfish tucked away. Keep an eye out for larger Nassau groupers patrolling the edges where the fissure opens onto the main reef. Our favourite part? Popping out of the crack onto the main wall at 20 meters, where the vibrant reds and purples of the soft corals explode into full view. It’s a riot of colour after the subdued tones of the interior. We’d suggest going early in the morning to avoid the crowds, as it can get busy, but even with a few other divers, the unique structure makes it feel intimate. It’s a relatively easy dive, perfect for those who enjoy exploring tight spaces and dramatic reef topography.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Mary’s Place

    Mary’s Place Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Mary’s Place, 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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