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Armchair Reef

Armchair Reef

Grand Cayman Island West Side, Cayman Islands

Depth
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18m

Visibility
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11m - 33m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About Armchair Reef
A great shallow site close to shore, a shallow wall drops from 8 m to a sandy bottom at 16 to 18 m. Large Barrel Sponge are a feature of this site. This site can be reached from shore.

Armchair Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

18m

Visibility Range

11m – 33m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 50%

O2
CNS Load (45 min)

13% at 16m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life
  • Barrel Sponge
  • Coral
  • Eaglerays
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

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