An Unsung Hero: Kangaroo Gorge

• Dive Zone: High Rock
• Location: 11 minutes from the Ocean Frontiers dock
• Dive Site Details: This site is known for its fantastic visibility, healthy coral coverage
• Fun Fact: The vibrant underwater world of Kangaroo Gorge constantly surprises divers with its rich biodiversity.
• Practical Information: The dive site is easily accessible and promises an unforgettable experience for all diving enthusiasts.
• Safety and Conservation: As with all dive sites, divers are expected to follow standard diving guidelines to protect the unique marine life of Kangaroo Gorge.

“And I think we sometimes forget to go to these little unsung heroes. And a particular one I like is Kangaroo Gorge, which I think is an amazing dive. It's got a wonderful swim through to start the dive off, amazing coral growth. The area is susceptible to current. So some, you know, we do get the really nice soft corals, sponges, black corals, and stuff like that.”

- James Snelgrove, Head Boat Captain

Why Kangaroo?

Because it was the favorite dive site of an Australian, of course! This divemaster from 'down under' worked for a small dive shop called East End Explorers in the 1980s. Today his legend lives on at Kangaroo Gorge.

Intrepid souls begin this dive by dropping through an incredible swim through - the eponymous gorge. It's a little deeper than most of our regular tunnels, so don't fret if you'd prefer to go over the top instead!

Alex Mustard captures the beauty of Kangaroo Gorge in his underwater photographs of the site.

Photo by Alex Mustard

Intrepid souls begin this dive by dropping through an incredible swim through - the eponymous gorge. It's a little deeper than most of our regular tunnels, so don't fret if you'd prefer to go over the top instead!

Thanks to the current that passes this way occasionally, you can expect spectacular visibility and abundant marine life; the most common thing we hear from divers about Kangaroo Gorge is how struck they are by the coral coverage. Every square foot of reef seems to overflow with healthy coral and sponges.

Photo by Alex Mustard

Divers using Nitrox will really be able to get their money's worth. Some areas of this site, particularly the sand patches, sit at around 70' depth. It is worth the effort for a good chance of seeing the Spotted Eagle Rays that feed on buried crustaceans in these sandy expanses, look for the telltale clouds of sand that are a dead giveaway that a spotty someone is hunting for their breakfast!

Kangaroo Gorge will have you 'hopping' to come again soon!

About Ocean Frontiers Ltd.

Ocean Frontiers Dive Shop is located on the remote East End of Grand Cayman. Founded in 1996 with one dive boat and a dream to introduce divers to the wonders of East End diving, the company has grown into one of Cayman’s premier dive operations. In 2023, it was voted the Caribbean region's Best Dive Operator in SCUBA Diving Magazine's Readers Choice Awards, taking first place in 7 categories. Recognized for legendary customer service and the island’s friendliest staff, Ocean Frontiers also stands out for its commitment to conservation. With numerous awards and the distinction of being the first dive operator in the Cayman Islands to receive the PADI Green Star Dive Center accreditation, Ocean Frontiers remains at the forefront of marine conservation and exploration.