15 Creatures Divers Love to Spot in Roatan
Discover why Roatan is a must-dive destination for marine life enthusiasts. Located on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef system on the planet, Roatan offers warm waters, thriving reefs, and exceptional biodiversity. In this blog post, explore 15 iconic marine species divers love to encounter, from graceful eagle rays to elusive octopus, and get a closer look at the vibrant Caribbean Reef Life that makes every dive unforgettable.
Why Roatan Is the Perfect Gap Year Destination for Europeans
A Gap Year is an amazing opportunity to explore the world, gain independence, and discover new interests. No matter where you come from, you’ll return home more confident, skilled, and inspired. And Roatan is the perfect place to do it, safe, friendly, affordable, and home to some of the best diving in the Caribbean.
Divemaster Internship with accommodation: welcome to our Pro Training Center
At Roatan Divers, we believe a Divemaster Internship should be more than a course. It should be an unforgettable experience that connects people, builds confidence, and creates lifelong memories. That’s why we created the Pro Training Center, a comfortable shared home just minutes from the dive center.
AWARE Week 2025: Small Actions, Big Impact
From September 13th–20th, Roatan Divers proudly hosted our second PADI AWARE Week, joining a global movement dedicated to ocean protection and community engagement. As part of this worldwide initiative, we brought divers together to take hands-on action for marine conservation, reinforcing our commitment to protecting Roatan’s reef ecosystem and inspiring our community to become stewards of the sea.
Golden Buoy 2025: United for a Cause
The Golden Buoy is Roatan’s yearly dive shop showdown for a cause! From September to November, dive shops get creative to raise funds for SOL International Foundation. In 2025, we’re supporting the Happy Tummies Program, helping kids in need while having fun!
Can Kids Scuba Dive? What Parents Need to Know
Wondering if your child is ready to dive? Great news, kids can safely explore the underwater world through PADI programs made just for them. From the Bubblemaker at age 8 to the Junior Open Water Diver at 10, Roatan Divers follows strict safety standards for a fun, age-appropriate introduction to scuba.
Night Diving in Roatan: A Whole New World Beneath the Surface
Night diving is a magical, often overlooked experience that will show you a whole new side of “the same old reef” while also helping you level up your skills and knowledge. Night diving is also a thrilling new challenge for certified divers who are looking to keep learning and expand their skill set. Excellent buoyancy is a must, so night diving is a great addition to Peak Performance Buoyancy and is a popular option in the Advanced Open Water Diver course.
Uniting Women Divers: Roatan’s PADI Women’s Dive Day
Women’s Dive Day has become an important opportunity for women to connect, enjoy, and learn together. Since its inception in 2015, PADI dive centers have come together to promote and celebrate women's participation in the sport, encourage new female divers, and highlight the incredible contributions women make to ocean conservation and exploration. This marked the second consecutive year that Roatan’s local dive shops came together for this special community event.
Why Should You Use a Reef Safe Sunscreen in Roatan?
If you’re wondering if you should use a reef-safe sunscreen in Roatan, the answer is yes! Roatan has the second-largest barrier reef in the world, which means this reef is home to a huge number of corals and significant marine biodiversity. It also means that our island is a popular tourist destination, receiving over 1.6 million visitors each year. That’s a lot of sunscreen entering our waters!