A SCUBA DIVERS PLAYGROUND

Historical sunken galleons, deep blue holes, underwater caves, vibrant coral reefs and graceful sharks. All this is your scuba diving adventure on a liveaboard in the Bahamas. This Bahamas is an archipelagic country in the Caribbean and consists of fewer than 700 paradise-like islands, cays and islets. It is located north of Cuba, Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The best way to explore this country is by choosing a liveaboard. It is a divers paradise because it contains all you need. Exciting dive sites, crystal clear water with an average temperature of 26°C, healthy reefs and vibrant marine life.

The Bahamas provide so many spectacular dive sites that it is extremely challenging to decide where to go. Because one thing is clear, if you want to see it all, one liveaboard trip is not enough.

BEST TIME TO DIVE IN THE BAHAMAS

The Bahamas are a year-round diving destination. For shark lovers the months October to June are the highlights. Hurricane season takes places from June to October.

POPULAR DIVE SITES

The Exumas is by far the most beautiful island group of the Bahamas. It consists of around 350 islands and diving takes place in the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park which is a protected National Park that provides untouched underwater life. Another famous site is the Washing Machine, so-called because its crazy currents take divers from 4 meters and propel them through a narrow cut in the reef and release them eventually at 15 meters on a beautiful reef.

The Bahamas is one place in the world where divers can swim close to tiger sharks. The place is located on Grand Bahama and is called Tiger Beach. The shark population here is still healthy and this dive has been rated as one of the best 30-foot (9 m) dives in the world.

Other famous dive sites are Bimini with plenty of life underwater from big to small. The Crater on the island Andros, which is an oceanic blue hole. And the James Bond Wrecks in Nassau, that are also known as “Underwater Hollywood”.

LIVEABOARDS IN THE BAHAMAS

Scuba diving trips on liveaboard are done in small groups. You will stay on luxury and comfortable ships with all the amenities you need. Explore the dive sites with a professional crew and enjoy freshly prepared meals all day.

HOME OF THE SECOND-BIGGEST BARRIER REEF IN THE WORLD

For the small size of Belize, it has a lot to offer underwater. Explore the Belize Barrier Reef, the second biggest reef in the world, or the famous Blue Hole.

Belize is a Caribbean country located on the northeastern coast of Central America. Belize is bordered on the northwest by Mexico, on the east by the Caribbean Sea, and on the south and west by Guatemala. The reefs of Belize contain huge crimson gorgonians and giant orange elephant ear sponges. Belize is also a wall-divers paradise. The water is always warm and clear. A liveaboard cruise in Belize will drive you to the different cays and reefs and give you a great chance to enjoy the abundance of sea life.

BEST TIME TO VISIT BELIZE

Belize is a all-year destination. However, from March to December the conditions are ideal for scuba diving. Air temperature is between 24 and 29 degrees and the water is very warm with 30 degrees. August to October is wet season ans also the warmest months of the xear with around 26 to 29 degrees. In October and November it is mating season for groupers. 

POPOULAR DIVE SPOTS IN BELIZE

Most famous around the world is the Blue Hole. It´s a collapsed freshwater cave system approximately 1000 feet across and over 400 feet deep. The Blue Hole was made famous by ocean pioneer Jacques-Yves Cousteau who declared it one of the Top Ten Dive Sites in the World. The first shelf of this collapsed underground cavern begins at 33 m. Here stalactites descend from the ceiling. A healthy reef exists around the edge of the blue hole.

Diving Half Moon Caye Wall means exploring tunnels and grooves. You can see several types of grouper and snapper. Just off the wall, one can spot eagle rays, sharks and turtles. 

Other popular dive sites are Aquarium, Black Beauty or Cathedral.

LIVEABOARDS IN BELIZE

Cruising on a liveaboard in Belize offers you the most comfortable way to explore the islands, reefs and cays of this small Caribbean country. Don´t miss the chance to see nurse sharks, eagle rays, amazing underwater topography and unique critters.

A DIVING COCKTAIL OF REEFS, WRECKS AND FISH

The Cayman Islands is one of the oldest scuba diving destinations. The warm waters, shallow walls and endless visibility make our Cayman Islands liveaboard scuba diving trip perfect for new divers and snorkeling enthusiasts.

The Cayman Islands is an autonomous British Overseas Territory in the western Caribbean Sea. The three islands of Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman are located to the south of Cuba and northeast of Honduras. The area is one of the top scuba diving destinations in the world. The visibility ranges from 18 – 30 meters and the average water temperature is 26 – 28°C. 

The islands offer dramatic walls that plunge deeper than 1800 meters. The Cayman Islands are famous for its encounters with stingrays in Stingray City where the rays are said to be almost tame. And the island of Grand Cayman plays host to a turtle farm, so it is rare to dive without seeing at least one of the resident species.

BEST TIME TO VISIT THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

The most popular season is between mid-December and mid-April as these is the time with the most tourists. However, the Cayman Islands have decent weather conditions the whole year. In September there is a little chance for hurricanes but hurricanes are not common here. Air temperatures are between 24 and 28 degrees while the water temperature is between 26 and 30 degrees.

BEST CAYMAN DIVE SITES

3 Fathom Wall (Mixing Bowl). This is the crossroads of Bloody Bay Wall. Here, the “shear” wall, meets the “gentle slope”. This site offers more fish than any site in Little Cayman. Schools of Bermuda chub, 3-spotted goatfish, snappers and grouper of all sorts can be identified here. The dive site is home to an array of creatures, including the timid yellowhead jawfish, lobster, turtles and early rays. Occasionally reef sharks or nurse sharks can be spotted too.

David Nicholson (wreck). This “front end loader” was named for the late Dave Nicholson who was a diving icon of the Cayman Islands. Lying just offshore of the Sunset House Hotel, one can sometimes find lobster and large grouper under the stern of the wreck. A great “photo op” is also available at the statue of the Mermaid (designed by Simon Morris).

Devils Grotto/Eden Rock. One of the dives that made Grand Cayman so famous. Located just off the shore outside of George Town, one can explore the passages of these two dive sites. The maximum depth is 13m.

More dive sites: Angelfish Reef, coral fingers and small coral heads make this sight truly enjoyable for night diving as well as a day dive. The Balboa wreck that is located in only 12m. This site is usually done as a night dive. And Big Tunnels, highlighted by three swim thru’s ranging from 24m-39m. Tarpon is sometimes found in and around this site.

LIVEABOARDS IN THE CAYMAN ISLANDS

The liveaboards in the Cayman Islands will show you the best of the three islands. The ships are luxurious and comfortable and the diving is unlimited. The Cayman Islands cater for divers with all levels of experience, whether you are new to the world of scuba or a diving veteran.

BIGGEST CARIBBEAN ISLAND WITH SPECIAL VIBE

Cuba is famous for its rum and cigars. But divers love it for its caves, shark spots and pristine coral reefs. Even snorkeling with crocodiles is possible on your liveaboard trip.

Cuba is the biggest island in the Caribbean and is located in the north where the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean meet. It is also home to the second-biggest barrier reef in the world, the Belize Barrier Reef. That makes the diving around the island so interesting and special. On top there is not much human interaction in the waters, so marine life is flourishing and coral reefs are colorful. 

Groupers and sharks are common encounters and they are very curious and come close to check divers out. Cuba has also some amazing caves to explore. Bull sharks and crocodiles can be seen in the famous Jardines de la Reina, the most beautiful yet remote diving spot in Cuba.

BEST TIME TO VISIT CUBA

Dry season is from November to April and offers the best conditions for diving in Cuba. The visibility is very good in this time and the waters are calm. On the south coast, the visibility is better from May to July. But hurricane season starts around May and ends in October.

BEST DIVE SPOTS IN CUBA

Jardines de la Reina is by far the best diving spot in Cuba. Only 300 divers are allowed per year in this protected area. And it is only accessible by liveaboard. This archipelago is located in the south coast of Cuba and offers some amazing encounters with turtles, jewfish and even loads of sharks. Common types are silky sharks and big reef sharks. And this is also one of the few places in the world, where you can swim with crocodiles.

Playa Girón and Playa Larga are located in the famous Bay of Pigs. A place with a big history. There are beautiful reefs to explore, like Punta Perdiz. All dive spots are accessible from shore. The highlight of this area is a cenote that can be explored. When the freshwater mix with the saltwater here, it creates a special halocline and you feel like in a different world.

In Cayo Largo del Sur you can explore the real beauty of a Caribbean coral reef. Caverns, grottoes and drop-offs will make this dives very special. Look out for all the colorful corals and reef fishes. There are even some sunken wrecks to explore. The dive sites can be approached from the shore.

LIVEABOARDS IN CUBA

There is only one liveaboard cruising around Cuba. And it offers amazing trips in the beautiful Jardines de la Reina. Feel like a real adventurer, when you explore the protected area and snorkel with the crocodile. A real once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

A CARIBBEAN SCUBA DIVING JEWEL

Dreamy Beaches, crystal clear water, humpback whales and sunken ships. All this and more you can explore on a liveaboard trip in the Dominican Republic.

The Dominican Republic is a country located on the island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles archipelago of the Caribbean region. Nine ecological regions make this country very attractive for outdoor lovers including hikers and ocean lovers. Scuba divers can explore the fishy reefs year-round. From June to November, the dive sites are uncrowded and quiet. Diving in the Dominican Republic is very easy and hassle-free. The water is warm, the marine life is vibrant and there are caverns and wrecks for adventure lovers to explore. But the biggest highlight happens from December to May, when humpback whales cross the waters to calve in the Silver Bank, an offshore region of the Dominican Republic. 

BEST TIME TO DIVE IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Divers can visit the Dominican Republic the whole year. Conditions are always pleasant. From December to May it is the best chance to see humpback whales in the Silver Bank. Hurricane season runs from June to October.

DIVE SITES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

The Silver Bank is a submerged bank 100 km from the north coast of the Dominican Republic. From December to May humpback whales migrate here to calve and begin another mating season. The males will not only entertain the females here. Snorkeling with the whales will be offered with special tours.

Catalina Island is about a 1,5-hour boat ride away. The dive sites here are protected, which makes the underwater life more healthy and lush.

The La Caleta National Underwater Park was the first underwater park in the Dominican Republic. Divers can explore the two wrecks Hickory and the Limon here.

LIVEABOARDS IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Liveaboard operators in the Dominican Republic offer special whale watching tours to explore an ones-in-a-lifetime-experience with the humpback whales. Listen to the whales singing, watch their gracefulness and feel the vibes of these beautiful animals while snorkeling. Luxury liveaboards usually take you on a 7-night-trip with two day-trips by chase boat every day to look out for the whales. All the encounters are carefully regulated with procedures laid out by sanctuary management, for the safety of visitors and whales alike. Most important is to stay calm to have the best experience.

EXPLORE THE BERMUDA TRIANGLE

An abundance of fish, turtles, groupers, jacks and sharks will come and greet you on your liveaboard trip in Saba, St. Kitts, Ile Fourche or the British Virgin Islands. Some interesting wrecks are the icing on your cake in the Leeward Islands.

The Leeward Islands are located where the northeastern Caribbean Sea meets the western Atlantic Ocean. They are the northern islands of the Lesser Antilles chain of islands. It contains the island: Saba, St. Kitts, St. Barts, Ile Fourche, Anguilla and Statia. Some of the diving hotspots in the Leeward Islands are popular for diving since 1987 like the Saba Marine National Park. Enjoy the clearest waters of the Caribbean and a huge variety of marine life underwater including curious turtles, nurse sharks and schools of fish. Some interesting wrecks like the Oosterdiep wreck, the RMS Rhone, or the MV Commerce will turn your diving holiday into something very special.

BEST TIME TO DIVE IN THE LEEWARD ISLANDS

Diving in the Leeward Islands is possible year-round. The average temperature is about 29 degrees and the water temperature ranges between 26 and 28 degrees. The visibility is always great as the Caribbean is famous for its super clear waters.

FAMOUS DIVE SPOTS

Saba National Marine Park is famous for over 30 years now. Among coral reefs and schools of fish, you can encounter groupers, sharks and octopus. A famous dive spot here is The Pinnacle, which rises up to 30 meters from the seafloor. 

St. Kitts has some interesting wrecks to offer, like The Wreck Of The River Taw. It lays in 15 meters and that makes it also accessible for beginner divers. The Talata and the Brassball Wreck are other famous wrecks to explore on St. Kitts.

Ile Fouche is an uninhabited island and has some great and vibrant coral reefs to offer with a big variety of marine life. Underwater, you’ll find many species of fish, several types of rays, nurse sharks, barracudas and sea turtles.

The British Virgin Islands are famous for their wrecks that are within recreational depth limits. Some of the best shipwreck dives in the world are the RMS Rhone, which lies in 3-20 meters depth. It was a Royal mail steamship and sunk during a hurricane in 1867. 

LIVEABOARDS IN THE LEEWARD ISLANDS

A famous trip for liveaboards in the Leeward Islands is the British Virgin Islands as this archipelago has so much to offer. Especially for wreck lovers, this trip will be interesting. The area is close to Bermuda Triangle, where many ships get lost and you can explore them now on a dive safari.

SWIMMING WITH HUMPBACK WHALES

It´s a dream of many people – swimming with humpback whales. On a liveaboard cruise to the Silver Bank, you can make your dream come true.

The Silver Bank is a submerged bank 100 km from the north coast of the Dominican Republic and southeast of the Territory of Turks & Caicos. In 1996 the area was declared as a Sanctuary for Marine Mammals as humpback whales come here every year for breeding and calving.

The males will not only entertain the females here but also snorkelers. Snorkeling with the whales will be offered with special tours. Diving with whales is not permitted in the Silver Bank Marine Sanctuary in case the whales see the bubbles as a threat.

BEST TIME TO SWIM WITH THE WHALES

The best time to see the whales is from January to April as this is the time when the humpback whale females come to give birth. Also, it´s the start of a new mating season. The Silver Bank becomes home to the biggest whale gathering in the world.

LIVEABOARDS IN THE SILVER BANK

Liveaboard operators offer special whale watching tours to explore an ones-in-a-lifetime-experience with the humpback whales. Listen to the whales singing, watch their gracefulness and feel the vibes of these beautiful animals while snorkeling. Luxury liveaboards usually take you on a 7-night-trip with two day-trips by chase boat every day to look out for the whales. All the encounters are carefully regulated with procedures laid out by sanctuary management, for the safety of visitors and whales alike. A maximum of 10 people per chase boat are allowed to make the whale encounters a small and intimate moment in your life. 

TURQUOISE WATERS AND THRILLING MARINE LIFE

Sparsely populated above the surface but thrilling and lively underwater. The Turks and Caicos Island will spoil you on your liveaboard trip with turtles, dolphins and beautiful coral reef. Even humpback whales migrating in this area.

Turks and Caicos are two groups of tropical islands in the Lucayan Archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean and northern West Indies. They are a British Oversea Territory and have a total land area of 430 square kilometers. Only eight of the 40 islands are inhabited. That gives the marine life underwater the best conditions to thrive. Especially the Columbus Passage, a channel between Turks and Caicos, brings an abundance of migrating fish, rays, turtles and dolphins. If you are very lucky you can encounter humpback whales.

BEST TIME TO VISIT TURKS AND CAICOS

Like almost all of the Caribbean dive spots, Turks and Caicos is a year-round destination. However, if you want to see the humpback whales migrating, come between January and March. The average air temperature ranges between 29-32°C and the water temperature between 23 and 29 degrees. From June to October, it is the hurricane season.

BEST DIVE SPOTS IN TURKS AND CAICOS

Salt Cay is located in the Columbus Passage and it is the hotspot for the humpback whales during migration. On top, you can explore a British warship, some caverns and beautiful reefs.

North West Point is a beautiful wall, starting at 11 meters depth and drop off down to 900 meters. The wall is covered with some colorful soft and hard corals and barracudas, jacks, lobsters as well as schools of fish can bee spotted here. Other famous wall dives are located in the Columbus National Marine Park on Grand Turk. Nurse sharks, Nassau groupers, yellowtail, triggerfish, turtles, razor fish, batfish, flying gurnards and more are home in these dive sites.

LIVEABOARDS IN TURKS & CAICOS

The liveaboard operators will show you the best places to dive in this archipelago. You will also be able to explore some remoter areas as so many islands are uninhabited. The yachts are fully equipped will all amenities you can imagine. Typical itineraries last 7 nights.