Sandbore Channel

Turks Island Passage, Turks and Caicos Islands

Depth

30m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

Sandbore Channel

Turks Island Passage, Turks and Caicos Islands

Depth

30m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Experienced

About Sandbore Channel

This channel is located off the North of West Caicos.The depths range from around 10 to 15 meters generally with a number of steep drop offs which descend down to the sandy sea floor.The area is rich in marine life including Lobster, Grouper, Jewfish, Rays, Hammerhead Sharks as well as Reef Sharks

Sandbore Channel Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Rock, Drop Off

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

30m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 35%

O₂

CNS Load (25 min)

16% at 28m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Grouper
Jew Fish
Lobster
None
Octopus

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Dive Site Hazards

Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.
Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.
Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

Edge-Accelerated Currents — Currents often strengthen along drop-off edges.

Depth Perception Distortion — Visual contrast can distort perceived depth.

Terrain-Induced Descent — Divers may unintentionally follow terrain downward.

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