

Best for beginner divers, 6-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Hollywood Bowl, also known as Goulden Cay, is a reef and artificial reef site located 1609 metres off the coast of New Providence, Bahamas. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 6 to 25 metres with an average of 20 metres. Access is by boat only, with typical dives lasting 45 minutes. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Hazards include jellyfish, sharp coral, and stonefish. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, nurse sharks, French angelfish, Caribbean spiny lobster, and various wrasses, parrotfish, and butterfly fish. Facilities available include equipment rental, air fills, and guided tours.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-25m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, nurse sharks, French angelfish, Caribbean spiny lobster, wrasses, parrotfish, and butterfly fish.
Yes, Hollywood Bowl is considered suitable for beginning divers.
The depth ranges from 6 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This site requires boat access and is located 1609 metres from the shore.
Yes, Hollywood Bowl is a suitable location for both divers and snorkellers.
Diving at Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood Bowl requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood Bowl. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood Bowl. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Divers at Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood Bowl should be aware of jellyfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood Bowl typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood Bowl typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.