Overview
The Halliburton 211 is a 30-meter cargo ship that was deliberately sunk in 1998 to create an artificial reef for divers. It sits perfectly upright on a sandy bottom just a few minutes by boat from Utila harbor.
What you’ll see
The wreck has been heavily colonized by corals and sponges over the last two decades. You can spot:
- Tiny blennies and nudibranchs hiding in the sponges
- Green moray eels living in the cargo holds
- Schools of snappers hanging around the bridge
- Occasional eagle rays gliding by in the sand
The Dive Experience
The top of the wheelhouse is at about 18 meters, while the propeller and the sandy bottom are at 30 meters. This makes it a quintessential “Deep Dive” for students doing their Advanced Open Water course in Utila. The ship was prepped for divers before sinking, so penetration through the cargo holds is safe and easy for those with the right training.
Getting There
It is incredibly accessible. Almost every dive shop in the main town of Utila can reach the wreck in less than a 10-minute boat ride.
Marine Life to Spot at Halliburton Wreck
- Glassfish
- Arrow Crabs
- Blenny