Turneffe Elbow 



Turneffe Elbow is a favorite among advanced divers due to its strong currents and exciting drift dives. Located at the southern tip of Turneffe Atoll, this site attracts schooling fish such as jacks and snappers, as well as barracudas, reef sharks, and even the occasional hammerhead. The dynamic underwater environment, coupled with vibrant coral reefs, makes this dive site truly unforgettable.

What to Expect:

  • Thrilling drift dives with fast-moving currents.
  • Schools of jacks, snappers, and barracudas.
  • Encounters with larger predators like reef sharks and occasional hammerheads.
  • Beautiful coral structures and diverse reef ecosystems.
  • A chance to spot pelagic species in deeper waters.

Depth: 

18m / 60ft

Difficulty:

Beginner, Intermediate

Dive Type:

Reef, Wall

Location: 

17.43819, -87.83041

Accessibility:

Boat only

Water Type:

Salt Water


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