Mount Olympus
Protected Area
Peterson Cay National Park
Why dive here
With 367+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Mount Olympus offers some of Abaco's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 24-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Mount Olympus in Abaco often gets overshadowed, but it's a solid dive for those who appreciate a good wall. This seamount climbs from serious depths, topping out around 18 metres, with a coral cap that draws in plenty of reef fish. We find the real draw here is the chance for bigger pelagics, especially if you get lucky with the currents. Hammerheads cruise the deeper edges, and we've spotted a few inquisitive dolphins over the years. This spot suits divers looking for those dramatic drop-offs and a shot at the larger stuff.
Typical Mount Olympus Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Mount Olympus
Mount Olympus Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Mount Olympus, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 8722670 - Lake Worth Pier, FL (297km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
83°F · Range: 25.1–30.8°C
Air Temperature
27°C
80°F
Current Speed
4.47 cm/s
Direction: NW (296.6°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.047 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.54 PSU
Wind Speed
5.4 m/s
10.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.5 hPa
Visibility
22 nmi
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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