Bahamas Aggressor II

With the third-largest barrier reef system in the world and over 700 islands and cays, the Bahamas covers a vast 470,000km² of crystal clear Atlantic Ocean, stretching south-east off the Florida coast, above Cuba. The size of the Bahamas is one of the reasons that the island chain guarantees such a variety of excellent diving experiences – wrecks, caves, blue holes, coral gardens, infinite walls and of course, sharks.

The Bahamas is justifiably famous for shark diving. Forget the fleeting glimpse of sharks that you might have seen out in the blue in other destinations. In the Bahamas, shark encounters are typically up close and personal. Caribbean reef sharks, lemon sharks, nurse sharks, bull sharks, great hammerheads, tiger sharks and even oceanic white-tips can all be found in the Bahamas. Besides sharks, you may also find several species of dolphin and whale as well as the Nassau grouper, considered the national fish of the Bahamas.

A choice of 7, 10 and 14-night liveaboard itineraries visiting a number of world-famous dive sites including the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, Tiger Beach, Bimini, Cat Island and Pig Beach which provide easy access to remote yet premier dive spots.

With all dives from the main yacht, five dives a day are the norm. During the summer months, the vessel offers special itineraries out of Freeport (Grand Bahama) to visit the remote areas around the West End of Grand Bahama and well-known Tiger Beach.

Grand Bahama

This large, northerly island in the Bahamas chain is a regular starting point for liveaboard routes. The primary draw of this particular region of the Bahamas is the opportunity to observe tiger shark, but many other species are also seen.

Tiger Beach is a large area located around 50 nautical kilometres off the West End of Grand Bahama Island. A regular stop for diving liveaboards, Caribbean reef and lemon shark are regular visitors in addition to the famous group of tiger sharks that give this area its name, as well as the occasional appearance of great hammerhead sharks.

Bimini

As the westernmost island group of the Bahamas, the Bimini Islands are renowned for the marine life and tropical fish brought by the warm Gulf Stream current. Found to the south-west of Grand Bahama Island and on the edge of an underwater cliff that drops hundreds of metres into the abyss, Bimini provides a variety of dive sites including walls, reefs, wrecks and caverns. The Bimini Islands are famous for great hammerhead and bull shark sightings, best seen between November and April. There's even a chance to see humpback whale and sperm whale in the spring, with dolphins, eagle rays and various turtles seen year round.

The Exumas

The spectacularly scenic Exumas consist of an array of more than 350 small islands and cays streaming down from just 56 kilometres south of New Providence to the anchor islands of Great and Little Exuma to the south. The Exumas are a 193-kilometre-long island chain-within-the-chain of the Out Islands. The Cays are the most exotic of the Out Islands, a collection of tiny jewels set in the aquamarine and sapphire of the most beautiful water you’ve ever imagined, with an intriguing combination of rich shallow reefs and incredible wall dives. The crystal-clear tropical Atlantic waters are thick with coral reefs that are alive with a variety of ocean critter.

Twin Centre Options

The size of the island chain, and the variety of both diving and atmosphere between the islands, makes the Bahamas an ideal destination for a twin centre holiday or a land and liveaboard combination.

Please contact a member of the Regaldive team to explore the many options available.

Flight Information

British Airways flies from London to Nassau airport (Sir Lynden Pindling International - NAS) five times a week. This direct flight takes nine hours. Airports on other islands can be reached via cities in the USA such as Miami and Orlando.

Note: If you are travelling to the Bahamas via the US, even if you are only transiting, you must check the US entry requirements. If you do not have the correct authorisation you will not be allowed to travel to or transit through the US.

Bahamasair and other airlines offer numerous flights daily from Nassau to Grand Bahama or Bimini.

You're required to pay a departure tax throughout the Bahamas, whilst an additional airport security fee applies in Grand Bahama at Freeport.

Transfers: Regaldive can arrange transfers according to your requirements.

Visas

Entry requirements vary from country to country, and it’s important to check the latest visa information well before you travel. Some destinations may allow visa-free entry for a limited period, while others require an eVisa or a visa obtained in advance. To ensure you have the correct documentation for your trip, we recommend checking the official advice from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or contacting the relevant country’s embassy or consulate. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.

Passports

Before you travel, make sure your passport is valid for the full duration of your trip and meets the entry requirements of your destination. Many countries require at least six months’ validity beyond your planned return date, while others may have different rules. For the most reliable and up-to-date information, visit the UK Government’s passport guidance or the official travel advice pages for your destination. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.

If you’re planning to travel to or via an EU country (with certain exceptions) your UK passport must meet two key requirements, it must be less than 10 years old on the day you enter the country and it must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date.

Vaccinations & Health Advice

Health and vaccination requirements differ depending on where you're travelling. Some destinations may require proof of specific vaccinations or recommend certain precautions to protect your wellbeing.

We’re not qualified to provide you with specific advice on vaccinations and strongly recommend that you contact your healthcare professional before you travel to discuss the inoculations you may need to consider.

For trusted guidance on health and vaccination advice, refer to the NHS Travel Vaccination Advice, Masta Travel Health or Travel Health Pro websites.