

Best for beginner divers, 12-15m, shore & boat entry, strong current.
Ben's Blue Hole is a marine cavern and reef site located 1100 metres from the shore of Grand Bahama. The site features a blue hole topography with an average depth of 13 metres, ranging between 12 and 15 metres. Divers should be aware of strong currents, a halocline, and the overhead environment characteristic of this cavern system. Access is possible via boat or shore, though boat support is required. The site is suitable for beginners, though the depth and overhead environment present specific hazards. The surrounding habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
26.52730, -78.58538
A smaller blue hole can be discovered behind a large coral head along the crevasse.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
12-15m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's marine habitat.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers must be prepared for strong currents and the challenges of an overhead environment.
The site has an average depth of 13 metres, with a total depth range of 12 to 15 metres.
While the site is 1100 metres from shore and accessible by both boat and shore entry, a boat is required to reach the location.
Visibility varies significantly from 5 to 30 metres, and water temperatures range from 25C to 30C throughout the year.
Diving at Ben's Blue Hole in Lucaya requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ben's Blue Hole in Lucaya. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Ben's Blue Hole in Lucaya are January, February, March, April, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.