Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena

Best months: Oct–Dec

Protected Area

Southwest New Providence Marine Managed Area

Why dive here

With 391+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses and seahorses - Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena offers some of Andros's richest reef diving. Water ranges 24-31°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeOct–Dec

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Humpback Whales, Octopuses and Seahorses · 391+ species recorded

Water24-31°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterReef dive · max 17m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena sits off Andros, a 17-meter dive that’s pretty straightforward for most divers. You’re essentially dropping into an amphitheater setup where Caribbean reef sharks gather, sometimes quite a few of them. It’s a dedicated shark encounter, and while it might not be for everyone, if you want to see these sharks up close in a relatively controlled environment, this is it. Visibility here is usually decent, making for some good photo opportunities, especially if you’re looking to get a solid shot of a reef shark swimming past. We’d say it’s a good introduction to shark diving for those who are just starting out.

Typical Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena 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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Nearest Dive Centres to Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena

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Stuart Cove's Dive Bahamas

Small Hope Bay Lodge

40km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena

Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Stuart Cove’s Shark Arena, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.05, -77.93) (16km away)