Eleuthera & Harbour Island, Bahamas

    Tunnel Rock

    Best months: Oct–Dec

    Why dive here

    With 271+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, lemon sharks, nurse sharks and seahorses - Tunnel Rock offers some of Eleuthera & Harbour Island's richest diving. Water ranges 24-31°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeOct–Dec
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Lemon Sharks, Nurse Sharks and Seahorses · 271+ species recorded
    Water24-31°C · warmest July, August, September
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Tunnel Rock isn't about big pelagics or endless reef walls. This is for divers who appreciate the subtle, the unusual, and the thrill of exploration. We love the dramatic swim-throughs and the way the light plays as you navigate the different sections. It’s an intimate dive, a real adventure into Eleuthera’s unique geology. Drop down and you're immediately drawn into a labyrinth of rock formations. Our favourite part is the main tunnel itself, a wide, dark cavern that feels like something out of a Jules Verne novel. Keep an eye out for viperfish lurking in the shadowy corners, and we’ve spotted roughhead blennies peeking from crevices more than once. The ambient light shifts from bright Caribbean blue to a muted grey as you penetrate deeper, then bursts back as you emerge into an open-air chamber. It's a fantastic spot for underwater photographers looking for dramatic lighting and interesting textures. Don't expect screaming currents here, just a gentle drift, making it perfect for focused exploration.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tunnel Rock

    Tunnel Rock Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tunnel Rock, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.8, -76.2) (12km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    84°F · Range: 27.1–30.8°C

    Air Temperature

    28°C

    82°F

    Wind Speed

    7.92 m/s

    15.4 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1014.1 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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