Scuba diving in Exuma Keys


Scuba diving in: Exuma Keys


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Scuba diving in the Exuma Keys, Bahamas 

Exuma Keys is a unique and exciting experience due to the abundance of marine life and crystal-clear waters.

Best Scuba Diving Spots for Experienced Divers:
  1. Washing Machine - This drift dive is best for experienced divers and offers a thrilling ride through a series of swim-throughs and tunnels.
  2. Amberjack Reef - This deep dive features large coral heads and schools of fish, including amberjack and jacks.
  3. Austin Smith Wreck - This 90-foot vessel was intentionally sunk to create an artificial reef and is now home to a variety of marine life, including reef sharks and barracuda.

Best Scuba Diving Spots for Beginners:
  1. Blue Hole - This shallow dive features a unique underwater cave system that is perfect for beginners.
  2. Jeep Reef - This dive site is great for beginners due to the relatively shallow depth and easy navigation.
  3. Blacktip Wall - This dive site offers an opportunity to see blacktip reef sharks in their natural habitat, but is still suitable for beginners due to the shallow depth.

Marine Life:
The Exuma Keys are home to an abundance of marine life, including reef sharks, nurse sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, barracuda, and a variety of colorful fish.

Dive Conditions:
The water in the Exuma Keys is warm and clear year-round, with visibility ranging from 50 to 100 feet. Water temperature ranges from 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

Cost:
The cost of scuba diving in the Exuma Keys varies depending on the dive operator and the specific dive site, but typically ranges from $100 to $200 per dive.

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