Best for beginner divers, 6m, boat entry, mild current.
Sugar Wreck is a shallow wreck and artificial reef located 2500 metres off the coast of the Bahamas. Resting at a depth of 6 metres, the site is suitable for beginners and offers long bottom times. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres, allowing divers to observe the structure and the surrounding reef fish and invertebrates. Conditions are generally comfortable with mild currents. Access is by boat only, and guided tours are available to assist with navigating the wreck. Divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards from submerged debris and sharp edges on the structure. Night dives are also conducted at this location.
27.05272, -79.16050
The wreck is located a five-minute swim south of Moray Manor reef, allowing for a combined dive of both sites.
Accessed via dive boat from Freeport operators in approximately 20 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
The wreck functions as an artificial reef, attracting various reef fish and invertebrates to the structure.
Yes, the shallow 6-metre depth and mild currents make this an accessible site for newly certified divers.
The site has an average depth of 6 metres.
Sugar Wreck is boat access only, located 2500 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow 6-metre depth may allow for surface observation, though boat access is required.
Diving at Sugar Wreck in Grand Bahama requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Sugar Wreck in Grand Bahama. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sugar Wreck in Grand Bahama. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Divers at Sugar Wreck in Grand Bahama 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.
Sugar Wreck in Grand Bahama typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sugar Wreck in Grand Bahama typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
