About this spot
Pelican Point sits within the Monumento Natural Marino Cayos Cochinos, a marine protected area off Honduras' northern coast. The site works for intermediate divers looking to explore healthy reef structure in a well-managed setting. Depths run 10 to 30 meters, making it accessible without extreme decompression demands. The point itself attracts pelagics and reef residents thanks to current-swept topography. You'll find standard Caribbean coral and fish assemblages typical of the Bay Islands region. Access requires a boat—local operators run regular trips from the mainland or nearby islands. The MPA status means strong enforcement and conservation-focused management, which protects both the reef and your experience.
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Trip essentials
Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.
Trip checklist
- 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
- 🤿 Pack: 3/2 mm shorty
- 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
- 📔 Dive logbook
- 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
- 🔌 Plug type A/B · 110V adapter
- 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
- 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact
Quick facts
- 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
- 🤿 Wetsuit 3/2 mm shorty
- GPS
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FAQ
›When is the best time to dive Pelican Point?
Year-round diving is possible at Cayos Cochinos. Water conditions are generally stable, though Atlantic hurricane season (June–November) can bring rougher seas and reduced visibility. Many divers prefer the calmer months of December through April.
›What depth and difficulty level is Pelican Point?
Pelican Point ranges 10–30 meters and is rated intermediate. Currents can be present along the point, so solid buoyancy control and navigation skills are useful. Newer divers should dive with a guide familiar with local conditions.
›What marine life will I see?
Expect typical Caribbean reef fish, groupers, snappers, and reef sharks in the area. Pelagics, including jacks and tuna, are known to hunt along the point. Coral coverage varies by depth; deeper sections often show sponges and gorgonians.
›How do I get to Pelican Point and are permits required?
Access is by boat only. The site lies within a protected marine monument, so diving requires booking through licensed local operators who handle all MPA compliance. Day trips and multi-day packages are available from mainland towns and nearby islands.
