Whale Rock

Utila Island, Honduras

Depth

51m

Visibility

9m - 26m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Whale Rock

Utila Island, Honduras

Depth

51m

Visibility

9m - 26m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Whale Rock

To reach this dive site, head drive through the East end of Utila and continue towards the North.On your left hand side will be Pumpkin Hill, continue on to Whale Rock, it is located near by.The dive site consists of a fringing reef which extends out from Pumpkin Hill.This site is named because of area resembling the shape of a whale. Located just over 45 meters depth is a swimthrough, maximum depths here are just over 50 meters making this dive unsuitable for the less experieced divers.Marine life includes Grunts, Jacks, Barracudas and more.Some interesting marine growth upon the reef as well

Whale Rock Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Deep, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

51m

Visibility Range

9m – 26m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 23%

O₂

CNS Load (20 min)

14% at 49m / 24%

O₂

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Various

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Dive Site Hazards

Gradual Narcosis Onset — Narcosis may develop slowly, making self-assessment unreliable.
Task Fixation at Depth — Cognitive narrowing at depth can reduce awareness of time and ascent rate.
Increased Gas Density Breathing Load — Higher gas density at depth increases work of breathing.

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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