Moonlight - Roatán

The Project Laut Restoration Patch on Lombok offers a different kind of dive. It’s a shallow site, only down to 9 meters, easily accessed from shore. We’ve found the currents here can be pretty strong, so it’s definitely one for advanced divers who are comfortable moving with the water. The core of the site is a restoration area, where you’ll see the early stages of coral regrowth and the artificial structures supporting it. You’ll spot plenty of trumpetfish and various triggerfish darting through the patches of recovering staghorn and branch coral. We’ve also seen juvenile whitetip reef sharks resting on the sand and the occasional hawksbill sea turtle cruising by. It’s a compelling visit for those interested in conservation and seeing a reef actively coming back to life, rather than just a pristine natural system. Average visibility hovers around 17 meters, which is good enough to appreciate the intricate work being done.

Location
Roatán, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.305500, -86.597400
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 Moonlight

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 Moonlight

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 depth range for diving at the Moonlight dive site in Roatan?
The Moonlight dive site in Roatán offers a maximum depth of 18m, making it suitable for a range of recreational diving. Divers can explore the top of the reef and utilize the sand patches under the mooring lines, which are ideal for teaching and shallower dives.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can divers expect to see at the Moonlight dive site in Roatan?
At the Moonlight dive site in Roatán, divers can expect to encounter a vibrant reef ecosystem, an amazing wall, and sand patches. The reef is teeming with life, including jawfish, goatfish, peacock flounders, decorator crabs, and rays, with occasional sightings of sharks. For more information on marine species, visit our wildlife database.
How challenging is the Moonlight dive site in Roatan for different skill levels of divers?
The Moonlight dive site in Roatán is classified with an intermediate difficulty level, making it suitable for certified divers with some experience. Additionally, the sand patches under the mooring lines are excellent for teaching, indicating it can accommodate divers learning new skills or those seeking easier conditions in specific areas.
When is the best time to dive the Moonlight site in Roatan, considering factors like time of day or moon phase?
The provided data does not specify the best time to dive the Moonlight site in Roatán concerning factors like time of day or moon phase. For general guidance on optimal diving conditions in the region, we recommend consulting our When to Dive resource.
What scuba diving certifications are required or recommended to dive at the Moonlight site in Roatan?
Given its intermediate difficulty, the Moonlight dive site in Roatán is generally recommended for certified divers with some prior experience. The presence of sand patches suitable for teaching also suggests that entry-level certifications might be sufficient for supervised training dives in those specific areas.
What are the typical current conditions and visibility like at the Moonlight dive site in Roatan?
Divers at the Moonlight dive site in Roatán can expect excellent visibility, averaging around 20m. The provided data does not specify the typical current conditions for this site.