Scuba diving holidays in Abaco, Bahamas

Located in the northern Bahamas, the famous Abaco Islands comprise the main islands of Great Abaco and Little Abaco, surrounded by dozens of smaller islands and offshore cays such as Green Turtle Cay, Great Guana Cay and Elbow Cay, to name but a few. Diving around these islands is truly breathtaking as the warm tropical waters feature miles of healthy coral reefs and some of the most beautiful inland Blue Holes in the world.

Some of the best dive sites in Abaco include the Magical Blue Hole, which is well lit and adorned with huge stalactites, and The Towers, named so because of the colossal coral pinnacles that soar approximately 60 feet from the ocean floor. Other exciting sites include The Cathedral, Tarpon Tunnel, Guana Coral Caverns, The Fish Bowl and Shark Ledge – the names speck for themselves!

The Abaco Islands' shallow waters are naturally protected and offer some of the best and safest scuba diving in the Caribbean. The underwater seascapes are ablaze with colour, boasting vibrant coral gardens and a huge diversity of marine life. Look out for hundreds of tropical fish of all colours, shapes and sizes, as well as schools of barracuda, grouper, tarpon and many other fish species. You are also likely to spot reef sharks, green moray eels, lobsters, sea turtles and many other creatures during your dive, depending on the depth and site you visit. The pristine coral reefs and gardens are also a sight to behold, hosting a beautiful array of hard and soft corals and sea fans.

The Bahamas has a rich marine history, which means that a large number of shipwrecks lie in its shallow waters – each with its own unique tale to tell. These sites are fascinating underwater playgrounds for scuba diving enthusiasts from all over the world, revealing exposed canons, tunnels, corals and a wonderful diversity of marine life. A wide variety of wrecks can easily be found along The Abaco Islands' outer reefs. Two of the most popular include the historic San Jacinto, a large, 40ft steamship sunk in 1865 near Green Turtle Cay, and the well-preserved USS Adirondack, a union warship which sank on the reef near Man-o-War Cay in 1862.

There are numerous dive centres in the Abaco Islands, where you can book these unforgettable diving experiences with experienced staff who will lead you to the best sites for your ability. Diving courses are available, both for novices and professionals, which will enable you to gain the skills and certificates needed to explore different sites. A scuba diving holiday in the Abacao Islands is certainly an adventure not to miss.