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Gallows Point Reef

Gallows Point Reef sits just off Utila’s south shore, often overlooked but it’s a site we consistently enjoy. The reef starts shallow, maybe 6 or 7 metres, before a gentle slope carries you down to around 20 metres. We love dropping in here on a calm morning, the sun painting dappled light across the hard corals. Look closely for the smaller stuff – we’ve had some fantastic encounters with pygmy filefish camouflaged amongst the gorgonians, and it’s a good spot for spotted goatfish rooting around in the sand. Keep an eye out too for the orange filefish, they’re surprisingly bold here. The currents are usually pretty mild, making it a relaxed dive, good for photographers or divers who just want to cruise and observe. We often find schooling grey snapper hanging out under the ledges, and the ballyhoo put on a show closer to the surface. It’s not a dramatic wall dive, but the healthy coral structure and consistent macro life make it a solid choice, especially when the north side is too choppy. We’d suggest going early; the light is better and you often have the place to yourselves.