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Eagles Nest

Eagles Nest

Roatan Island, Honduras

Depth
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40m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

Eagles Nest

Roatan Island, Honduras

Eagles Nest
Depth
Depth Icon

40m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

10m - 30m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Eagles Nest

Eagles Nest is on the North East Coast of Roatan Island in the Honduras. Eagle's Nest or Perch has a high pinnacle along the shelf of the reef. Water depth ranges from 25 to 130 feet in this area. Large spotted eagle rays are common here along with turtles and large barrel sponges, sea fans, black durgon, triggerfish, and grouper.

Eagles Nest Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

40m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 28%

O2

13% at 38m / 29%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Alcyonacea
  • Black Durgon
  • Grouper
  • Large Barrel Sponges
  • Large Spotted Eagle Rays
  • Triggerfish
  • Turtles
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Location

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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