

Best for beginner divers, 5-12m, boat entry, mild current.
Runway Wall in New Providence, Bahamas, is a multi-faceted site featuring a combination of reef, wall, and artificial reef structures. Suitable for beginners, the site offers an average depth of 10 metres, with recorded depths ranging between 5 and 12 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically ranging from 18 to 30 metres. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, nurse sharks, queen angelfish, Caribbean spiny lobster, and various wrasses. Guided tours are available through local dive shops to assist with navigation of the wall and reef topography.
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Manage your depth actively as the wall drops well past recreational limits and it is easy to descend further than planned.
Accessible by boat from the marina at Riding Rock Resort.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-12m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Sep
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, nurse sharks, queen angelfish, Caribbean spiny lobster, wrasses, and various parrotfish and butterfly fish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 10 metres and mild currents.
The site has a depth range of 5 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Runway Wall requires boat access.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow depths of 5 to 12 metres may allow for snorkelling depending on operator policy and surface conditions.
Diving at Runway Wall in Cockburn Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Runway Wall in Cockburn Town. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Runway Wall in Cockburn Town are September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Runway Wall in Cockburn Town 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.
Runway Wall in Cockburn Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Runway Wall in Cockburn Town typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.