Roatan

Arguably where the best diving in Central America occurs, Roatan is a superb island with beautiful coral reefs, impressive walls, intriguing shipwrecks, and a variety of marine life that includes some of the big fish in the sea. With over 100 dive sites of all depths, this is a place where both novice and experienced divers will thoroughly enjoy. Don’t miss out on diving El Aguila, a ship that was sunk on purpose to become an artificial reef. It is a safe wreck and the big holes cut specifically for penetration allow advanced divers to explore its insides. The Odyssey and Prince Albert, both covered in coral growth and home to many species of resident fish, are also worthwhile.

Utila

Utila is the smallest of the Bay Islands but still boasts over 80 dive sites. Hawksbill turtles, dolphins, eagle rays, and the amazing whale sharks are just some of the things that make diving around this little island an amazing experience.
The southern side of the island offers shallow, fringing reefs with vibrant coral coverage and high density and diversity of fish. Don’t miss out on diving the Black Hills dive site while you’re here.
The north side, on the other hand, is more exposed to the open ocean and features encounters with bigger animals such as different species of sharks and barracudas. The northern side is also suitable for technical divers that can explore the deep cavern and caves with interesting stalactites.

Guanaja

Not as popular as Roatan or Utila, Guanaja is a hidden gem with pristine waters and secluded beaches. The island’s fringing reef is a protected marine reserve that sees few divers, but this also means that the corals are in very good condition. The dive sites are diverse and include everything from pinnacles and lava tunnels to wrecks. And speaking of wrecks, one of the most interesting dive sites for experienced divers visiting Guanaja is the Jado Trader, an old refrigerator trader that’s filled with coral growth and teeming with marine life.