

Best for beginner divers, 4-11m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Rocks is a shallow reef located in the Bahamas, featuring depths between 4 and 11 metres with an average of 5 metres. This site is accessible by boat only and is suitable for beginner divers. The reef topography includes swim-throughs and cave-like sections, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and rock. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 30 to 60 metres and water temperatures between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, Rock Beauty, Spotted Moray, Lemon Shark, Indian Lionfish, Queen Angelfish, Striped Parrotfish, Whiptail Stingray, Stoplight Parrotfish, Wrasses, Blue Tang, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, and Redband Parrotfish.
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Check locally for the most current boat operator and facility information before you go, as amenities at this site can vary. Watch your buoyancy carefully near any overhead sections to protect both yourself and the reef.
Boat access is required.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
4-11m
Visibility
30-60m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, Rock Beauty, Spotted Moray, Lemon Shark, Indian Lionfish, Queen Angelfish, Striped Parrotfish, Whiptail Stingray, Stoplight Parrotfish, Wrasses, Blue Tang, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, and Redband Parrotfish.
Yes, Turtle Rocks is suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth and mild currents.
The reef depth ranges from 4 to 11 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Turtle Rocks is accessible by boat only.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow depths of 4 to 11 metres may allow for snorkelling depending on local operator policies.
Diving at Turtle Rocks in Alice Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle Rocks in Alice Town. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Turtle Rocks in Alice Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Rocks in Alice Town typically ranges from 30 metres to 60 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.