

Best for intermediate divers, 7-10m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hammerhead Site is a shallow reef located off Grand Bahama, featuring depths between 7 and 10 metres. This site is accessible only by boat and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can intensify. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres across the coral structure. Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, lemon sharks, great barracuda, spotted moray eels, queen angelfish, and rock beauty. Divers should be aware of boat traffic and are advised to deploy a surface marker buoy upon ascent. Night diving is permitted, offering a different experience when boat activity decreases.
25.70900, -79.30550
The dive process involves baiting the water, which can take anywhere from 5 minutes to several hours to attract sharks.
Departure from Bimini Big Game Club Fuel Dock 30 minutes prior to scheduled time.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-10m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include nurse sharks, lemon sharks, great barracuda, spotted moray eels, queen angelfish, rock beauty, French angelfish, Indian lionfish, wrasses, round stingrays, blue tang, whiptail stingrays, striped parrotfish, and Caribbean ocean surgeonfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents that can intensify.
The site has an average depth of 8 metres, with a range between 7 and 10 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required to reach the reef.
The main hazards are boat traffic and strong currents. Divers should always deploy a surface marker buoy on ascent and check current conditions before descending.
Diving at Hammerhead Site in Alice Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hammerhead Site in Alice Town. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Hammerhead Site in Alice Town are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Hammerhead Site in Alice Town. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hammerhead Site in Alice Town typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.