How would it feel to dive deep into the ocean and explore a sunken ship? Thrilling, mesmerizing, and scary at the same!
Generally, such thrills are very adventurous to have but very rare to experience.
But don’t worry!
You can enjoy the thrill under the waters around Nassau, Bahamas. The waters here are full with shipwrecks which make it the best place to scuba dive and snorkel. Under the guidance of a skilled staff of yacht charter Nassau, you can plan scuba diving and snorkeling activities at these shipwreck spots.
But before this blog proceeds further with the information, let’s understand different types of shipwrecks.
Also read: Post-Covid Tips For Your Next Travel Destination Nassau
Three types of Shipwrecks
- Shallow Shipwrecks If any shipwreck is located 50-feet below the water surface, it is called a shallow shipwreck. Paradise Island in the Bahamas is one of the famous spots for shallow shipwrecks.
- Moderate-depth Shipwrecks
Any shipwreck located anywhere between 50 to 90-feet below the water surface is called a moderate shipwreck.
- Deep Shipwrecks
Lastly, a shipwreck located beyond 90-feet from the water surface is known as a deep shipwreck.
All these three shipwrecks are prolific spots for scuba divers and snorkelers. But you should only access these spots with an experienced captain and guide. Us at Yachts Bahama Charters have highly experienced yacht rental Nassau captains who will safely take you to such spots and assist you to enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling at shallow shipwrecks in Bahamian waters.
Best spot for shallow shipwrecks in the Bahamas
Shallow wrecks are the best spots for snorkeling and diving. You can easily access these and explore the wreckage without much effort. Moreover, you can even spot colorful coral being home to lovely tropical fishes. The prime reason behind coral growth can be attributed to sun rays easily reaching such spots and imparting warmth.
So, without much ado, here are a few such shallow shipwreck spots in the Bahamas.
- Paradise Island
This shipwreck, Mahoney, found off the shores to Paradise Island, dates back to the late 1800s. This steamship wrecked offshore in 1929 during a hurricane. This 212-foot steamship with a steel hull just wrecked off under a hurricane on the north coast. At present, Atlantis Casino is present there. Later, to avoid this huge monster become a problem for other ships, it was blown up using dynamite.
At present, this shallow shipwreck spot has become a popular diving spot for flourishing marine life and coral growth. Travelers often visit here to see sharks, but they have not been located as of now.
- New Providence Island
Shallow waters off the city of Nassau, near New Province Island, have numerous shipwrecks dating back to the 1980s and 1990s. A few of these shipwrecks are even a part of popular movies like Never Say Never Again. For this popular James Bond movie, the ship ‘Tears of Allah’ was sunk in the waters of the Bahamas, which is now a flourishing diving spot. Before the wreckage, this ship used to carry supplies.
Moving further from here, you can spot another shipwreck within a two-minute swim. This ship Vulcan Bomber was a part of James Bond’s movie Thunderball too. At present, this shipwreck is a playground of reef fish, turtles, lionfish, and barracuda.
Also read: Planning A Safe Chartering Experience In Bahamas Amid Covid-19
Reaching these shipwreck spots is easy
All these spots are highly accessible on a boat charter Nassau. You can hire a well-maintained yacht with us and carry forward your journey without any hassle. However, you must have prior diving experience for such activities. Therefore, when you plan your shipwreck tours with us, make sure you have informed about your diving status.
Moreover, you can learn diving itself in Nassau, Bahamas. The island has innumerable diving programs for travelers.
Yachts Bahama Charters has a well-maintained fleet
Your Nassau, Bahamas, trip to explore shipwrecks will need a well-maintained boat sailed by a skilled captain. Us at have Yachts Bahama Charters have both. With our boat rental Nassau services, you can explore the hidden gems of the Bahamas worth your investment. Also, we provide you a large fleet option, including motorboats, luxury yachts, and catamarans, which no other agency offers.
For more information, visit our official page and tell us about your plan!!
