Courtesy of Aggressor AdventuresRoatan Aggressor
Once a haven where pirates stashed their loot, the Honduras islands of Roatan, Utila and Cayos Cochinos now guard a different kind of treasure: the most diverse reef ecosystem in the Caribbean Sea and the second-largest in the world. Roatan Aggressor transports divers to legendary sites, from sunlit shallows and dramatic walls to historical wrecks and intricate reef passages. While some locations are accessible by land-based day boats, only a liveaboard can deliver an itinerary that includes all the islands.
Diving Roatan’s Walls, Wrecks and Coral Reefs
One of the greatest strengths of the diving here is the diversity of marine life and underwater topography. There are shallow, sheltered coral gardens, steep drop-offs, intricate swim-throughs and shark encounters. Patch reefs are home to cleaner shrimp, flamingo tongues and juvenile tropical fish. Along the outer walls, currents sweep divers past towering barrel sponges and into open blue ocean where larger species cruise. Night dives offer an entirely different atmosphere: octopuses hunting across the sandy bottoms, basket stars unfurling to feed and bioluminescent plankton sparkling all around you.
Vacation Vibe:
Shallow fringing reefs, coral- and sponge-draped walls, macro treasures, wrecks and Crayola-colored sunsets that melt into the Caribbean Sea.
Roatan, the largest and most developed of the islands, is often a diver’s introduction to this vibrant reef system. Fringing reefs descend from shallow coral shelves into dramatic walls that plunge into the deep. At sites such as Mary’s Place and West End Wall, divers weave through coral crevices and drift along vertical faces adorned with purple sea fans and bright orange elephant ear sponges. Hawksbill turtles glide effortlessly along the reef. Wreck enthusiasts will appreciate the Aguila, where large groupers, parrotfish, and resident green moray eel that shelters superstructure. The Odyssey, one of the Caribbean’s largest wrecks, offers another impressive underwater exploration.
Courtesy of Aggressor AdventuresOne of the greatest strengths of the diving in Roatan is the diversity of marine life and underwater topography.
Utila Diving
Utila, smaller and more laid-back, pairs its colorful waterfront charm with dive sites that deliver big excitement. Shallow macro-rich reefs contrast with deeper offshore seamounts like Black Hills, where divers may encounter schools of creole wrasse, Atlantic spadefish, horse-eye jacks and southern sennets. Toadfish and frogfish reward sharp eyes, while rays, marlin and sharks sometimes cruise the blue. On rare occasions, fortunate divers may even encounter a passing whale shark.
Exploring Cayos Cochinos
Off Cayos Cochinos, Toon Town is beloved for its macro life. Bluebell tunicates cluster along the reef, joined by tiny crabs and flamingo tongue cowries. At Pelican Point, French and queen angelfish, butterflyfish, tangs and parrotfish animate the reef, while barracuda and sharks occasionally appear in the open water beyond.
Courtesy of Aggressor AdventuresToon Town is beloved for its macro life.
Discover the true treasure of the Bay islands—warm, effortless, Caribbean diving that makes every surface interval feel far too short.
Roatan Aggressor Yacht Specs
Length/Beam: 120 feet/21 feet
Passenger-to-Staff Ratio: 18:6
Staterooms/Beds: 9/18
Bathrooms: Staterooms have private head and shower and individual climate control.
Sun Deck: Shaded cocktail deck, hot tub, lounge and deck chairs.
Food/Beverages: All meals, snacks and beverages are provided, including a limited selection of local beer and wine.
Wi-Fi: Email is available onboard through the satellite system; there is a charge for incoming and outgoing email. Depending on your carrier, you may have cell service.
Plan Your Roatan Liveaboard Trip:
Phone: +1 706-993-2531
Toll Free: 800-348-2628 (USA/CAN)
Fax: +1 706-737-7690
Email: [email protected]
Web: aggressor.com
