Bahamas Snorkeling Blog

The blue coastal waters off Nassau were made for snorkeling. The crystal clear Carribbean waters are teeming with a dazzling array of ocean life, including vibrant coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, conchs, lobsters, and sharks.

Snorkeling is an exciting yet soothing activity that should definitely be experienced. Snorkeling is easier than scuba diving in many ways andndash; it requires less equipment, there is no certification required, and even less than average swimmers can participate and enjoy flitting around the shallow areas, exploring colorful coral and brilliant sea life.

Come see one of the more elusive species of the dolphin family. The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin usually comes in second for being seen in the wild while in the Bahamas. Learn more about them here!

The great barracuda has a worldwide habitat that includes the east coast of Africa, Hawaii, and parts of the Eastern Atlantic. Those indulging in fantastic Nassau snorkeling will see the great barracudas all through the Caribbean Sea as far as Brazil.

A tropical fish, the sharpnose pufferfish is most often found perusing the shallow waters of the Caribbean. Its favorite locale seems to be amidst the coral reef, particularly in the back reef, flat reef section, and the front reef.