

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 11m, boat entry, moderate current.
Wax Cut Drift is a boat-access drift dive located in the Exumas, Bahamas. The site features a reef system extending from the surface to a depth of 11 metres. Divers experience moderate currents that carry them along the reef, though conditions can shift to strong with little warning. Due to the potential for changing currents, this site is suited for intermediate divers with drift diving experience. Water temperatures range from 25C to 30C throughout the year. Divers should coordinate closely with their boat crew and confirm visibility with local operators before entry. The habitat supports a variety of regional reef fish and invertebrates.
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Surface support must be positioned to retrieve divers at the exit point, as swimming against the current is impossible.
Accessible by dive boat from various points in the Exumas, including Staniel Cay, Highbourne Cay, or liveaboard vessels.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 11m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
30 min
The site supports a variety of regional reef fish and invertebrates typical of the Exumas habitat.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the drift conditions and the potential for currents to strengthen unexpectedly.
The reef system ranges from the surface down to a maximum depth of 11 metres.
This is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the location.
While the site is a drift dive, the reef structure extends to the surface, though the moderate to strong currents require careful management for snorkelers.
Diving at Wax Cut Drift in Staniel Cay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Wax Cut Drift in Staniel Cay. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Divers at Wax Cut Drift in Staniel Cay should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Wax Cut Drift in Staniel Cay. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.