Bahamas
Santa Maria Caves
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the mysterious Santa Maria Caves on Cat Island, a labyrinth of underwater caverns sculpted by nature. Each chamber reveals unique geological formations and a diverse array of marine inhabitants, including elusive eels, robust grouper, and a variety of fascinating crustaceans.
Best Time to Dive
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| 27°C | 27°C | 28°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 28°C | 27°C |
Peak Season
April, May, January, February, March, June, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility for exploring reefs
Feb
Calm seas and good visibility
Mar
Excellent visibility, potential for shark sightings
Apr
Manta ray season begins, abundant marine life
More monthly highlights
May
Peak manta ray season, ideal for macro photography
Jun
Manta rays still around, warmer waters
Jul
Warm water diving, possible afternoon showers
Aug
Warm water diving, potential for brief rain
Sep
End of hurricane season, still warm
Oct
Manta rays begin to return
Nov
Manta ray season, excellent visibility
Dec
Good visibility for exploring wrecks and reefs
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