Andros
Diving in Andros, you will be amazed by the hundreds of fish and coral species you will see, as well as by the Andros Barrier Reef.
Explore The Bahamas
Diving in The Bahamas offers an unparalleled experience, immersing adventurers in a vibrant underwater world. With over 700 islands and some of the clearest waters in the Caribbean, divers are enchanted by the stunning visibility and diverse marine life. From vibrant coral reefs teeming with colorful fish to dramatic walls that plunge into the ocean depths, the underwater landscapes are breathtaking. Wreck dives reveal intriguing stories of sunken ships, while shore dives provide easy access to rich marine ecosystems right from the beach.
The Bahamas is renowned for its spectrum of diving styles, catering to all preferences and skill levels. Whether you prefer the convenience of shore diving, the thrill of boat excursions, or the extended explorations of liveaboard trips, The Bahamas delivers. Seasonal highlights include encounters with hammerhead and tiger sharks, particularly around the islands of Bimini and Grand Bahama. The archipelago's unique geography allows divers to explore blue holes and underwater caves, offering unforgettable experiences. With 340 days of sunshine annually, this diving paradise is accessible almost year-round, ensuring a memorable adventure beneath the waves.
Adding to the allure, The Bahamas' diverse marine life includes dolphins, rays, turtles, and an array of reef fish, making every dive a vibrant spectacle. Each island offers distinct diving opportunities, from the bustling sites near Nassau to the secluded and serene spots around Andros. The combination of rich biodiversity, varied dive environments, and the welcoming Bahamian culture makes diving in The Bahamas a truly special experience that captivates the heart and soul of every diver.
Power Plug Type
A, B
Payment Method
VISA, MC, AMEX, DIS
Tipping
10–15% / Service Staff / Tipping is expected in restaurants and hotels unless a service charge is already added.
Currency
BSD
Dial Code
+1-242
Electricity
120V / 60Hz
Time
UTC−5
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Top Wildlife Sightings in the Bahamas
One of the main highlights of Bahamian diving is the opportunity to experience some of the most intimate shark diving the world has to offer. Sharks are very protected, and diving with them is strictly controlled, meaning they are kept safe and healthy. As mentioned, Tiger Beach, Grand Bahama is a must for getting close to sharks.
Similarly, Bimini is another spot for shark lovers. It has three islands: North, South, and East Bimini, where there are daily tours. Great hammerheads come close to divers here, along with the occasional nurse and bull shark. The best time to dive here is from December to April, when appearances are more frequent.
New Providence, home to the capital, Nassau, has many dive sites mostly to the southwest of the island. Caribbean reef sharks are plentiful, and divers can see them all year round.
Also, ocean it whitetip sharks come to feast on migrating tuna at Cat Island. These usually solitary creatures congregate to feed mostly in April and May, when divers are more likely to see them in higher numbers.
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 27
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Barracuda
1.7k Sightings
J
128
F
87
M
185
A
157
M
125
J
164
J
221
A
178
S
140
O
101
N
119
D
133
Alamy/Fiona Ayerst
Tiger Shark
723 Sightings
J
80
F
111
M
151
A
75
M
64
J
46
J
11
A
1
S
6
O
20
N
68
D
90
AdobeStock/G Russel Childress
Great Hammerhead Shark
646 Sightings
J
119
F
152
M
121
A
58
M
4
J
0
J
5
A
1
S
0
O
0
N
72
D
114
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 200
Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel
632 Sightings
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57
F
35
M
58
A
51
M
47
J
58
J
88
A
51
S
48
O
36
N
61
D
42
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Green Turtle
629 Sightings
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30
F
25
M
53
A
73
M
44
J
57
J
78
A
55
S
60
O
32
N
73
D
49
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 600
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Wrasse
462 Sightings
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24
F
12
M
70
A
59
M
42
J
34
J
27
A
80
S
33
O
16
N
42
D
23
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Loggerhead Turtle
281 Sightings
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24
F
15
M
30
A
51
M
21
J
26
J
13
A
19
S
28
O
28
N
14
D
12
iStock/HakBak1979
Bull Shark
257 Sightings
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51
F
70
M
53
A
16
M
1
J
0
J
3
A
1
S
1
O
0
N
19
D
42
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 25
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Eagle Ray
159 Sightings
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14
F
9
M
13
A
16
M
12
J
20
J
21
A
21
S
11
O
4
N
6
D
12
Shutterstock-Andrey Armyagov
Hawksbill Turtle
144 Sightings
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7
F
13
M
15
A
15
M
11
J
9
J
12
A
17
S
16
O
6
N
15
D
8
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 300
Alamy/Reinhard Dirscherl
Octopus
100 Sightings
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5
F
3
M
18
A
12
M
6
J
11
J
19
A
10
S
2
O
6
N
7
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