Trick Ridge - Utila

Trick Ridge on Utila delivers exactly what its name implies: a pronounced ridge sitting above a deep sand channel. We love swimming along the ridge's edge, keeping an eye on the open sand for the resident spotted eagle rays that glide through, often joined by large southern stingrays. The coral here, a mix of hard and soft, pops with color and little reef fish flitting about. It's a reliable spot for turtles too; we rarely dive Trick Ridge without spotting a hawksbill or loggerhead slowly munching on sponges. The site is a solid choice for divers who appreciate a good wall dive but also enjoy the drama of a sandy bottom.

Location
Utila, Honduras, Central America
Coordinates
16.815000, -88.175000

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 Trick Ridge

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 Trick Ridge

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