Mary’s Place
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.
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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Roatan Aggressor
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Scuba Shop
Barefoot Divers
Roatan Dive Center
Upachaya Dive Center
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Conditions
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)
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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