Diving & Snorkeling
World-class underwater experiences
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The Bahamas offers some of the clearest waters in the world, with visibility often exceeding 100 feet and a diversity of dive sites from shallow reefs to dramatic walls and mysterious blue holes.
Many charter yachts carry dive equipment and can arrange for a dive master to join your trip. Whether you're a certified diver seeking challenging sites or a snorkeler wanting to explore vibrant reefs, the Bahamas delivers exceptional underwater experiences.
Diving Highlights
- Dean's Blue Hole: The world's second-deepest blue hole at 663 feet, located on Long Island.
- Tongue of the Ocean: Dramatic wall dives dropping over 6,000 feet, accessible from Nassau and the Exumas.
- Andros Barrier Reef: The third-largest barrier reef in the world, with pristine coral formations.
- Shark Dives: Encounter Caribbean reef sharks in organized, safe shark feeding dives.
- Shipwrecks: Numerous wrecks including deliberately sunk vessels now teeming with marine life.
For Snorkelers
- Thunderball Grotto: Swim inside a sunlit underwater cave featured in James Bond films.
- Coral Gardens: Shallow reef systems throughout the Exumas and Abacos.
- Nurse Sharks: Safe encounters at Compass Cay and other protected locations.
- Stingrays: Interact with friendly rays at designated spots.
Explore Underwater
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