Peters Place - Roatán

Seahorse Bay, tucked away in Lombok’s Teluk Cheningan, is our kind of muck dive. Forget expansive reefs; here, it’s all about getting low and slow over the sandy and muddy slopes. The maximum depth is a comfortable 17 meters, perfect for really scrutinizing every single blade of seagrass and every small patch of coral. We’ve found the average visibility around 14 meters, which frankly, is all you need when your nose is practically skimming the substrate. As the name suggests, seahorses are the main draw. We’ve spotted several, shyly gripping onto cymodocea seagrass, their tiny fins a blur. But honestly, the real joy here is the sheer variety of weird and wonderful critters. Banded pipefish weave through the sand, ornate ghost pipefish sometimes materialise out of nowhere, and the frogfish population is genuinely impressive – we’ve seen several different colours and sizes. Keep an eye out for octopus too; the coconut, mimic, and V-shape varieties are regular residents, performing their incredible shape-shifting acts right before your eyes. It’s a site that rewards patience and a good eye, making it ideal for macro photographers and anyone who loves a good treasure hunt.

Location
Roatán, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.335300, -86.571000
Type
muck

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 Peters Place

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 Peters Place

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 maximum depth for diving at Peters Place in Roatan?
The maximum depth for diving at Peters Place in Roatán is 22 meters. This site features a buoy at 40 feet (approximately 12 meters) on top of the reef, next to a wall that drops further, offering diverse depth profiles for various dive plans.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can I expect to see when diving at Peters Place, Roatan?
When diving at Peters Place, you can explore a vibrant reef next to a wall, complemented by interesting sand channels that lead to the wall dropping to 100 feet. Frequent visitors to this site include magnificent eagle rays, graceful turtles, a large green moray eel, colorful midnight parrotfish, and a big hogfish.
How challenging is the Peters Place dive site in Roatan for divers?
The Peters Place dive site in Roatán is classified as having an intermediate difficulty. However, its diverse underwater landscape, featuring a reef, sand channels, and a wall, means it offers something for divers of all experience levels.
What is the best time of year to dive at Peters Place in Roatan for optimal conditions?
We do not have specific data regarding the best time of year to dive at Peters Place for optimal conditions. For general information on seasonal diving in the region, please consult our When to Dive guide.
What scuba diving certifications are recommended or required to dive at Peters Place in Roatan?
The provided data does not specify any recommended or required scuba diving certifications for diving at Peters Place in Roatán. It is always best to check with a local dive operator for their specific requirements.
What are the typical current conditions and visibility like at Peters Place dive site in Roatan?
At Peters Place dive site in Roatán, you can typically expect an excellent average visibility of 22 meters. Information regarding typical current conditions for this specific site is not available in our current data.