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Sandy Point Caves

Sandy Point Caves

San Salvador, Bahamas

Depth
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33m

Visibility
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15m - 45m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Sandy Point Caves

Sandy Point Caves is a beginner-friendly dive site located in San Salvador. It features a shallow wall dive that extends to a deep sand and coral bottom. The end of the wall opens up to a plateau rich in corals and marine life, making it a vibrant and exciting spot for divers. The plateau is characterized by numerous cuts, overhangs, and coral trees, adding to the diversity and beauty of the site.

The maximum depth of the dive is 33 meters, with an approximate maximum visibility of 45 meters. The current is generally light, making it suitable for less experienced divers. The marine life at Sandy Point Caves is abundant, with groupers, snappers, and wrasse being commonly sighted. The site is characterized by its reef, wall, and drop-off features, among others.

Sandy Point Caves Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Wall, Drop Off, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

33m

Visibility Range

15m 45m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 33%

O2
Marine Life

  • Snappers
  • None
  • Groupers
  • Wrasse
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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