BAHAMA SEAS
Protected Area
Marls of Abaco National Park
Why dive here
With 391+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses and seahorses - BAHAMA SEAS offers some of Andros's richest wreck diving.
The Bahama Seas, a motor vessel that went down in 1972, is a favourite of ours for a reason beyond its history. It’s shallow, just 4 metres, making it perfect for a long, relaxed dive or even a snorkel if the surface is calm. What we love about this wreck is how approachable it is. You can spend ages exploring the deck, which is now almost entirely encrusted with sponges and hard corals. Look closely for the small stuff – we’ve often spotted juvenile drum fish darting around the superstructure and a surprising number of blennies peering out from nooks and crannies. The engine room is open enough for a quick peek, but honestly, the real magic is in observing how the reef has reclaimed this vessel. It’s a great spot for photographers keen on macro subjects or anyone who just wants to float above a piece of history, watching the reef fish go about their day.
Typical BAHAMA SEAS Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
BAHAMA SEAS Wreck History
Year Sunk
1972
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
unknown
The story behind the sinking of the MV Bahama Seas is a mystery, but its value as a dive site is crystal clear. This 34-meter motor vessel went down off the coast of Andros in the Bahamas in February 1972, but the cause remains unknown. Lying in just 4 meters of water, she is the quintessential shallow Caribbean wreck dive, an underwater playground bathed in sunlight and teeming with life.
The Bahama Seas is an ideal location for a diver's first wreck experience, and a paradise for snorkelers and underwater photographers. The lack of depth means long, relaxed bottom times and brilliant natural light that makes the colors of the resident fish and corals pop. The vessel's structure provides a perfect habitat for schools of sergeant majors, grunts, and parrotfish, while moray eels and lobsters often hide in its nooks and crannies. As you explore the wreck, you can ponder the mystery of her final voyage, all while enjoying one of the most vibrant and accessible artificial reefs in the Bahamas.
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