Cayos Cochinos Seamount

Diverse reefs, abundant marine life, iconic sponges, suitable for all.

Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
24m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Cayos Cochinos Seamount, is located within the pristine waters of Honduras, near the famous diving destination of Roatán. It is renowned for its diverse reef levels and abundant marine life, featuring massive, iconic barrel sponges. Suitable for divers of all skill levels, the seamount offers a vibrant underwater landscape to explore.

The seamount is teeming with a variety of fascinating marine animals. Divers can expect to encounter abundant reef fish, including intriguing species like jawfish and scorpionfish, which are often found among the vibrant corals and sponges. The massive barrel sponges themselves act as natural cleaning stations, attracting a myriad of smaller fish.

The best time to visit Cayos Cochinos Seamount is generally during the dry season, from March to September, when water conditions are typically calm with excellent visibility. Divers of all experience levels will enjoy the rich biodiversity and unique topography. Freedivers will find the average depth of 12 meters and maximum depth of 24 meters ideal for breath-hold exploration of the vibrant reef.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Diverse reef levels and abundant, generally calm sea life make it suitable for all experience levels.

Current Strength:

Variable

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