Maggie's Maze

Winding canyon maze with stunning arches and abundant fish.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, named after a beloved Cayman Islands Dive Lodge divemaster from the 1990s, offers an exceptional diving experience. The primary attraction is a long, winding canyon that descends gradually from shallow waters towards a southern sand patch. As you descend within the canyon, the walls rise dramatically, creating a visually stunning environment. A notable feature of this site is a swim-through at the canyon's end. Turning right leads to a beautiful arch framing the open sand and deep blue water; beneath this archway, Fairy Basslets—known for their unique half-yellow, half-purple coloration—swim upside down along the ceiling, creating an ethereal spectacle. East of the site’s marker, three large arches form a complex maze, providing ample opportunity to spot Horse-Eyed Jacks. These fish, often mistaken for Tuna, are silvery and exhibit captivating movements as they circle divers. Nurse sharks frequently rest under the low overhangs within the canyon – it's important to observe them carefully. The area is known for its diverse marine life and offers a memorable dive.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

canyonswim-througharchcoral reefwall divesharkwide angle

Marine Life

Nurse sharkHorse-Eyed JackFairy BassletGrouperParrotfishAngelfishSponges

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Features canyons, swim-throughs, and potential for depth, requiring good buoyancy and navigational awareness.

Hazards:
depthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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