Bahamas Divers
Protected Area
Bonefish Pond National Park
Why dive here
With 531+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and lemon sharks - Bahamas Divers offers some of Nassau & New Providence's richest reef diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Alright, let's talk about Bahamas Divers, the site. It’s not about the dive shop, it’s a specific spot, and it’s one of those places we genuinely enjoy for its easygoing nature and consistent finds. We love dropping in here when we’re looking for a relaxed dive that still delivers on the small stuff, especially if we’ve spent the morning on a wrecks or drift. The reef here isn't a dramatic wall, but it's got character. Think gentle slopes and scattered coral heads providing perfect hideouts. We’ve had fantastic luck spotting Goldspot Gobies perched on sponges, their tiny eyes swiveling. Keep an eye on the sandy patches too; the Smoothlip Stargazers are masters of disguise, burying themselves until only their eyes and mouth show. Seeing one erupt from the sand is always a surprise. You’ll often find Spotted Trunkfish just idling along, looking completely unbothered, and schools of Cottonwick darting between the coral. It’s a great spot for macro enthusiasts, or anyone who just wants to slow down and really look. The visibility is usually pretty good, making it easy to scan the nooks and crannies. We’d suggest going in the mid-morning, after the initial rush, for a more tranquil experience.
Typical Bahamas Divers Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Dive shops near Bahamas Divers
Bahamas Divers
All Star Liveaboards
Blackbeard Charters
Bahamas Aggressor
Stuart Cove's
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bahamas Divers
Bahamas Divers Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bahamas Divers, sourced from NOAA buoy & Copernicus Marine data - nearest station: 8723214 - Virginia Key, FL (295km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
30.38°C
87°F · Range: 29.3–34°C
Air Temperature
29.6°C
85°F
Current Speed
8.25 cm/s
Direction: N (346°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.042 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.83 PSU
Wind Speed
3.6 m/s
7.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.2 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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