Gallows Point Reef - Utila

Sibun Bar sits on Utila’s south side, a healthy patch of coral that often gets overlooked for some of the flashier sites. We usually drift along the wall here, keeping an eye out for the resident great barracuda that likes to hang around the deeper sections. You’ll spot plenty of angelfish and parrotfish grazing, and we’ve had good luck finding blennies peeking out of holes in the coral if you slow down and look closely. It’s a relaxed dive, good for easing into the day or a chilled-out afternoon, and it’s usually pretty calm, making it a solid choice for newer divers.

Location
Utila, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
17.477740, -88.043580
Type
reef

Best Time to Dive in Utila

The warmest water temperatures in Utila occur in September, averaging 30.0°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 27.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.3°C
  • February: 27.1°C
  • March: 27.3°C
  • April: 27.9°C
  • May: 28.6°C
  • June: 29.2°C
  • July: 29.2°C
  • August: 29.7°C
  • September: 30.0°C
  • October: 29.9°C
  • November: 29.1°C
  • December: 28.2°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Utila

Nearest Dive Centres to Gallows Point Reef

Marine Life in Utila

Home to 214 recorded species including 173 reef fish, 18 hard corals, 10 other, 6 sharks & rays, 2 jellyfish, 2 sea urchins.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Gallows Point Reef

Based on average water temperature of 28.6°C, currents 21 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