Dive Sites
OVER 60 YEARS OF SCUBA DIVING
Do you enjoy exploring the depths of the ocean and discovering hidden gems? Look no further than Andros Island, one of the most beautiful and unspoiled islands in The Bahamas. With over 175 miles of pristine coral reefs, underwater caves, and abundant marine life, Andros Island is a paradise for scuba divers of all skill levels.
SEA TURTLE RIDGE
Sponge-dotted slope showing turtle predation evidence. While turtle sightings aren’t guaranteed, this Andros Island dive site offers important ecological observations.
MARGO’S PLACE DEEP DIVING
Coral formations rising from sandy bottom with dark overhangs perfect for squirrel fish, juvenile drums, and spotted drums. Advanced Andros diving with unique marine life encounters.
THREE SISTERS FALSE WALL
Beautiful false wall diving east of Jeff’s Ladder, transitioning from sandy bottom to coral head plateau. This intermediate Andros Island dive site offers varied topography exploration.
BLACK FOREST CORAL FORMATIONS
Hard coral formations rising from sandy bottom create an underwater forest landscape. This unique Andros dive site allows exploration through sandy channels between towering coral structures.
QUEEN ANGEL RIDGE WALL DIVING
Thick coral ridge positioned on the wall’s edge with spectacular soft corals. This advanced Andros Island dive site offers some of The Bahamas’ most beautiful underwater gardens.
BRAD’S MOUNTAIN CAVERNS
Located south of Small Hope Bay, this Andros dive site features honeycomb caverns and swim-throughs. Encounter bar jacks, horse-eye jacks, and Atlantic spade fish in this exciting underwater landscape.
SOUTH PETERS PLACE
Features distinctive circular sand patches surrounded by dense coral gardens. Home to surgeonfish schools, blue tangs, Nassau grouper, and southern stingrays in this diverse Andros diving and snorkeling environment.
PETERS MYSTERY SPECIAL
Beginner-friendly coral garden featuring parrotfish, French grunts, and fireworms. This shallow Andros dive and snorkel site provides excellent reef cleaning station observations and marine life photography.
JEAN’S DREAM – SHALLOW CORAL GARDEN
Classic shallow reef and coral garden perfect for observing cleaning stations, banded coral shrimp, and Christmas tree worms. Ideal Andros Island dive and snorkel site for relaxation between deeper adventures.
TRUMPET REEF
Named for abundant trumpet fish, this Andros fore reef site offers excellent dual snorkeling and diving opportunities. Large coral heads just feet from the surface make this ideal for both snorkelers and divers exploring The Bahamas marine life.
END OF THE REEF
Features spectacular Elkhorn coral swim-throughs opening into beautiful reef pockets. The highlight is “Ariel’s Garden,” making this shallow Andros Island dive and snorkel site one of the most photographed locations.
THE AQUARIUM
True to its name, this shallow Andros dive and snorkel site offers aquarium-like conditions with tropical fish in every color. Perfect for snorkeling and shallow diving with crystal-clear Bahamas waters.
CENTRAL PARK REEF
Named by New York guests amazed by the fish density, Central Park showcases incredible Bahamas marine biodiversity. This popular shallow Andros Island dive and snorkel site delivers consistent fish encounters in an easily explored area.
LOVE HILL CORAL GARDENS
Navigate through maze-like coral formations and sandy channels at very shallow depths. This beginner-friendly Andros dive and snorkel site offers colorful reef exploration ideal for new divers and snorkeling enthusiasts.
LEIBEN’S POINT BARRIER REEF
Experience dramatic Andros Barrier Reef topography from shallow juvenile fish areas to deep coral formations. This advanced Andros Island dive site showcases the transition from reef to wall diving.
RED SHOAL REEF DIVING
Experience vibrant Elkhorn coral formations with large schools of French grunts and blue-striped grunts. This shallow Andros Island dive and snorkel site features barracuda, peacock flounders, and stingrays in sandy channels perfect for underwater photography.
Andros Island Diving Packages & Bookings
Experience The Bahamas’ most diverse diving at Small Hope Bay Lodge. Our Andros Island diving packages include:
- Unique Dive Sites – Coral reefs, walls, caverns, wrecks
- Expert Local Dive Guides – 60+ years Andros Island experience
- Small Group Diving – Personalized attention and safety
- All Skill Levels – Beginner coral gardens to advanced wall diving
- Professional Photography – Underwater camera services available
Book Your Andros Island Diving Adventure
Discover why Small Hope Bay Lodge is rated the #1 Bahamas diving destination. Reserve your Andros Island dive package today and experience the most diverse underwater adventures in The Bahamas.