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S.S. Sapona

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.3 12 especies 32 colaboradores

S.S. Sapona is a historic shipwreck dive near Bimini, Bahamas, accessible year-round with diverse marine life and minimal coral stress.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Dificultad
intermediate

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
7.8 kn
Olas
0.46 m
Agua
30.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: ENE (22%)
Now: NW (316°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.6m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (+0.59m)

+0.7 m+0.1 m
▲ 02:00 · +0.59m ▼ 08:00 · +0.21m ▲ 14:00 · +0.56m ▼ 21:00 · +0.22m Ahora +0.4m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV7.9 · high Aire PM2.53 · good 07:04 19:17
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 16.5 0.56 8 19mm
09-19 19.2 0.4 2 2mm
09-20 14.3 0.22 8 7mm
09-21 12.3 0.4 7 6mm
09-22 11.5 0.44 8 0mm
09-23 6.1 0.46 8 3mm
09-24 10.1 0.28 6 0mm

About this spot

The S.S. Sapona is a wreck dive located near Bimini in the Bahamas. This historic shipwreck attracts divers seeking a blend of history and marine exploration. The site remains accessible throughout the year, making it a flexible choice for dive planning. The wreck supports a healthy marine ecosystem. Recent observations have logged 12 different species around the site, indicating active fish populations and good biodiversity. The surrounding coral shows no signs of bleaching stress, suggesting stable reef conditions and a well-preserved environment. Divers visiting the S.S. Sapona will find the wreck documented in community footage. Three videos have been uploaded by divers who've explored the site, offering visual references for those planning a dive. These resources provide insight into layout, current conditions, and what to expect when visiting. The site is outside any marine protected area, allowing unrestricted access. This wreck dive combines historical interest with the chance to observe established marine communities in a stable ecosystem.

Tipos de buceo

PecioBarco

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 ↔ 7034km · ~1618kg · €29

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

When is the best time to dive the S.S. Sapona?

The S.S. Sapona is diveable year-round, so timing depends more on your schedule and other Bahamas dive plans than seasonal restrictions.

What marine life can I expect at this wreck?

The site supports 12 documented species. Exact species vary by season, but the wreck attracts reef fish typical to Bahamas wrecks and provides shelter for diverse marine communities.

Is there coral bleaching at the S.S. Sapona?

No. Coral at the site shows no stress indicators, meaning conditions are stable and the reef environment is in good health.

Do I need permits to dive the S.S. Sapona?

The wreck is outside any marine protected area, so no special MPA permits are required. Standard Bahamas diving access rules apply.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

69 registros · 48 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Eucidaris tribuloides

Echinoidea · Cidaridae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 may 2026
×1registros

Acanthopleura granulata

Polyplacophora · Chitonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 may 2026
×1registros

Eriphia gonagra

Malacostraca · Eriphiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
17 may 2026
×1registros

Chicoreus florifer

Gastropoda · Muricidae
GBIF
Última observación:
1 may 2026
×1registros

Nerita tessellata

Gastropoda · Neritidae
GBIF
Última observación:
29 mar 2026
×1registros

Cittarium pica

Gastropoda · Tegulidae
GBIF
Última observación:
29 mar 2026
×1registros

Neoterebra dislocata

Gastropoda · Terebridae
GBIF
Última observación:
28 mar 2026
×1registros

Cenchritis muricatus

Gastropoda · Littorinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
26 mar 2026
×1registros

Urobatis jamaicensis

Elasmobranchii · Urotrygonidae
GBIF
Última observación:
20 feb 2026
×1registros

Carcharhinus perezii

Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
20 feb 2026
×1registros

Ginglymostoma cirratum

Elasmobranchii · Ginglymostomatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 feb 2026
×1registros

Negaprion brevirostris

Elasmobranchii · Carcharhinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
25 ene 2026
×1registros

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

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