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Dive Abaco

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.1 12 especies 17 colaboradores

Year-round diving in the Bahamas with strong coral health and accessible exploration of diverse marine ecosystems.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
6.8 kn
Olas
0.6 m
Agua
31.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (15%)
Now: NE (39°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.76m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+0.54m)

+0.8 m0 m+0.1 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.54m ▼ 07:00 · +0.13m ▲ 15:00 · +0.75m ▼ 21:00 · +0.22m Ahora +0.4m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV7.8 · high Aire PM2.53 · good 06:55 19:09
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 14.8 0.76 8 0mm
09-19 11.3 0.56 7 7mm
09-20 12.8 0.42 7 7mm
09-21 8.8 0.34 7 7mm
09-22 8.3 0.36 7 6mm
09-23 4.6 0.32 7 4mm
09-24 7.7 0.46 5 2mm

About this spot

Abaco offers year-round diving opportunities in the Bahamas, making it a reliable destination regardless of season. The waters here support healthy coral ecosystems with no recorded bleaching stress, providing divers with vibrant reef environments to explore. With 12 documented species observations, the site delivers consistent encounters with Caribbean marine life typical of shallow to moderate-depth reef systems. The area falls outside marine protected areas, giving divers straightforward access without special permitting constraints. Community videos document local conditions and dive sites, offering insight into what to expect when planning a visit. Whether you're exploring coral formations, reef walls, or sandy bottom transitions, Abaco's year-round accessibility makes it practical for both casual trips and extended stays. The combination of healthy coral cover and documented marine biodiversity means you'll encounter reef fish, potentially larger pelagics, and the structure that makes Caribbean diving appealing. Local dive operators run regular trips to established sites, and the Bahamas' relaxed dive regulations make entry straightforward for certified divers.

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Tipos de buceo

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Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 120V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 6793km · ~1562kg · €28

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 93/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 10h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 0h

Preguntas frecuentes

What's the best time to dive Abaco?

Abaco is diveable year-round. Bahamas diving is generally best May through November for weather and sea conditions, but winter months (December–April) offer calmer wind patterns and good visibility, with fewer crowds.

What depths and difficulty will I encounter?

Specific depth ranges aren't documented for Abaco, but Bahamas dive sites typically range 30–100 feet. Ask your operator about site-specific conditions. Most reef dives suit intermediate divers with ocean comfort.

What marine life can I expect?

Twelve species observations are documented at Abaco. Expect reef fish, snappers, groupers, and tropical schooling species. Larger pelagics and rays may appear depending on site and season. Healthy coral means rich reef habitat.

Do I need permits or clearance to dive here?

Abaco is outside marine protected areas, so no special permits are required. Your dive operator handles standard Bahamas entry and boat procedures. Bring your certification card.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

45 registros · 29 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Oreaster reticulatus

Asteroidea · Oreasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 mar 2026
×3registros

Triplofusus giganteus

Gastropoda · Fasciolariidae
GBIF
Última observación:
31 mar 2026
×1registros

Nerita tessellata

Gastropoda · Neritidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 mar 2026
×2registros

Acanthopleura granulata

Polyplacophora · Chitonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 mar 2026
×2registros

Nerita versicolor

Gastropoda · Neritidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 mar 2026
×2registros

Cenchritis muricatus

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 mar 2026
×2registros

Asaphis deflorata

Bivalvia · Psammobiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
30 mar 2026
×1registros

Aliger gigas

Gastropoda · Strombidae
GBIF
Última observación:
29 mar 2026
×3registros

Tellina radiata

Bivalvia · Tellinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
18 mar 2026
×2registros

Clypeaster rosaceus

Echinoidea · Clypeasteridae
GBIF
Última observación:
18 mar 2026
×2registros

Gutturnium muricinum

Gastropoda · Cymatiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
18 mar 2026
×1registros

Ocypode quadrata

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 mar 2026
×2registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Crystal Caves in Abaco Bahamas

Becky Kagan Schott

Back to Water: Diving into the Abacos | Ep. 6

Life on La Cosmica

Diving adventure in the crystal caves of Abaco, Bahamas

Liberty Divers Club
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Feb (100/100) Worst: Aug (0/100) Now: Sep (16/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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