15-40m
    Long Island, Bahamas
    Moriah Harbour Cay National Park

    Dive Exuma

    Best months: Jan, Mar–Dec

    Protected Area

    Moriah Harbour Cay National Park

    Why dive here

    With 362+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and humpback whales - Dive Exuma offers some of Long Island's richest reef diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales and Humpback Whales · 362+ species recorded
    Water25-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 15-40m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Long Island often gets overlooked for its flashy neighbours, but for a certain kind of diver, that's exactly the appeal. We're talking about Dive Exuma, not a single site, but a whole philosophy of exploring the lesser-known fringes. Forget the big pelagics for a moment. This is about the macro. We love spending an entire dive just combing through the turtle grass and sandy patches here. You'll spot more weird and wonderful bottom dwellers than you ever thought possible. Think Sand Stargazers peeking out with only their eyes, Pallid Snake Eels weaving through the sand, and a dozen species of gobies – the tiny, brilliant Orangeside and Goldspot Goby are our favourite. The real trick here is to go slow, like, glacial slow. Bring a good magnifying glass for your camera, if that's your thing. It’s perfect for divers who find joy in the miniature, for those who’d rather spend 45 minutes with a Speckled Worm Eel than five seconds with a passing reef shark. It's a true treasure hunt.

    Typical Dive Exuma Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    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 Dive Exuma

    Dive Exuma Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Dive Exuma, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data

    August Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30.01°C

    86°F

    Current Speed

    13.34 cm/s

    Direction: N (347°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.044 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    36.67 PSU

    Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)

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