CORAL REEF II - Abaco

Coral Reef II is a proper dive, a bit deeper than its neighbour and a different vibe entirely. This isn't some pristine, intact vessel; she's been down since '69, a fishing boat that’s now a skeletal frame at 25m. We love how the wreck has blended into the reef, almost like it was always meant to be part of the seabed. You’ll find big tarpon lurking in the shadows, their scales glinting, and schools of snapper moving in unison through what's left of the hull. Our favourite part is exploring the remnants of the engine room, feeling the cool current pull you gently as you peek inside. The hard corals have really taken hold here, covering plates of steel that once housed machinery. It's a great spot for advanced divers who appreciate a wreck that feels more like a living reef than a museum piece. Look out for the resident green moray eel; he’s usually tucked away near the bow. We’d suggest going in the late morning when the sun’s high, really bringing out the colour in the corals.

Location
Abaco, Bahamas, Caribbean
Coordinates
25.275000, -79.191666
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
25m

Best Time to Dive in Abaco

The warmest water temperatures in Abaco occur in August, averaging 29.8°C (up to 31.9°C). The coolest conditions are in February at 24.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 24.4°C (air: 20.6°C)
  • February: 24.0°C (air: 22.7°C)
  • March: 24.3°C (air: 23.0°C)
  • April: 25.0°C (air: 24.5°C)
  • May: 25.9°C (air: 25.7°C)
  • June: 27.7°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • July: 29.0°C (air: 28.5°C)
  • August: 29.8°C (air: 28.8°C)
  • September: 29.4°C (air: 28.0°C)
  • October: 28.4°C (air: 26.9°C)
  • November: 26.9°C (air: 24.2°C)
  • December: 25.4°C (air: 21.9°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Abaco

Nearest Dive Centres to CORAL REEF II

Marine Life in Abaco

Home to 372 recorded species including 293 reef fish, 30 hard corals, 16 whales & dolphins, 7 sea snails & nudibranchs, 7 sharks & rays, 5 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for CORAL REEF II

Based on average water temperature of 26.7°C, visibility 20 nmi, currents 4 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 27°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories