

Best for advanced divers, 16-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Pygmy Canyon is an advanced dive site located 1000 metres off the coast of Grand Bahama. This site features a combination of open reef, canyon topography, and cave sections. Divers typically operate at depths between 16 and 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is subject to moderate currents that vary with the tide. Due to the overhead environment within the cave sections, specific overhead-environment certification is required. Sharks are present as a hazard, and divers should maintain awareness of their depth profile and thermal protection.
26.50515, -78.61550
Confirm with your operator whether your overhead environment training meets their specific requirements for the cave sections before you book. Current direction and strength can vary with tidal state, so ask your skipper for a tide-aware briefing on the day.
Approximately 15 to 20 minutes by dive boat from Freeport operators.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Moderate
Species recorded around this area include Blue Tang, Queen Parrotfish, Groupers, Wrasses, Black Durgeon, Cushion Sea Star, Stoplight Parrotfish, Pacific Trumpetfish, Yellowtail Snapper, Bluestriped Grunt, French Grunt, Porkfish, Sergeants, and Sea Chub.
No, this is an advanced dive site that requires specific overhead-environment certification for the cave sections.
The site has a working depth range of 16 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Pygmy Canyon is accessible by boat only, located approximately 1000 metres from the shore.
No, this is an advanced dive site featuring cave penetration and depths reaching 25 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Pygmy Canyon in Freeport requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pygmy Canyon in Freeport. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
Divers at Pygmy Canyon in Freeport 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 Pygmy Canyon in Freeport. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Pygmy Canyon in Freeport typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.