

Best for beginner divers, 9m, boat entry, mild current.
Tunnel West is a reef dive site located off Grand Bahama, Bahamas. The site is accessed by boat and is suitable for beginner divers. It features a consistent depth of approximately 9 metres, making it a shallow dive location. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 24C in the winter months to 30C during the summer. A typical dive at this location lasts around 45 minutes.
26.50570, -78.63220
All dives occur on the south side of the island where water conditions are great all year round.
Tours depart several times a day from convenient docks in Freeport.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
9m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners.
The site has an average depth of 9 metres.
Tunnel West is accessed by boat.
While the site is primarily used for diving, its shallow 9-metre depth may accommodate snorkelling depending on local operator policies.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tunnel West in Freeport. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
Divers at Tunnel West 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.
Tunnel West in Freeport typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tunnel West in Freeport typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.