Bahamas
Ben's Blue Hole
About this Dive Site
Description
Ben's Blue Hole, a renowned dive site off Grand Bahama Island, plunges into impressive depths, captivating both free divers and scuba enthusiasts. While the blue hole itself can reach significant depths, the surrounding reef offers a more accessible dive, often frequented by angelfish, barracuda, and even the occasional reef shark.
Best Time to Dive
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| 25°C | 25°C | 26°C | 27°C | 28°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 27°C | 26°C |
Peak Season
January, February, March, April, November, December
Jan
Shark diving season (tiger sharks, hammerheads).
Feb
Continued excellent shark diving opportunities.
Mar
Good visibility for wreck diving and reef exploration.
Apr
Pleasant water temperatures, good for all dive types.
More monthly highlights
May
Warmer waters, good for dolphin encounters.
Jun
Good for macro life and smaller reef inhabitants.
Jul
Peak summer, warm and calm conditions.
Aug
Consistent warm water diving.
Sep
Slightly reduced visibility, potential for tropical storms.
Oct
End of hurricane season, visibility improving.
Nov
Visibility improves significantly, start of shark season.
Dec
Excellent conditions for shark diving and exploring reefs.
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