Where is the best place to see sharks in the Bahamas?

Compass Cay is a must-visit destination for those interested in swimming with nurse sharks. The turquoise waters of Compass Cay Marina are home to the famous Bahamas nurse sharks. As boats approach the marina, these gentle nurse sharks can be easily spotted.



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WEST END, Grand Bahama, has been ranked among the top 10 most shark-infested beaches in the world.

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Sharks are some of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean, and the Bahamas is one of the best places in the world to observe them. With crystal-clear waters and a diverse range of habitats, the Bahamas is home to a wide variety of shark species, from the majestic hammerhead to the fearsome tiger shark.

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The Shark Alley dive site is a twelve minute ride from the Riding Rocks Marina. Dive site is located offshore of the settlement of Longbay.

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In addition to great topside conditions, November to May is also the best time for shark diving. Tiger sharks are present from October to January at Tiger Beach, and you'll find hammerhead sharks at Bimini from December-March. Oceanic Whitetips can be seen from April-June.

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Caribbean reef shark This is the most common shark species in the Bahamas, likely to turn up in large groups at feeding dives. But don't be surprised if you bump into them during normal dives as well. Caribbean reef sharks prefer to patrol in the shallows, often cruising near drop-offs at the reefs' outer edges.

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Bahamian waters are great for diving of all kinds, but one of the outstanding islands for shark diving is Grand Bahama. This island is located just around 100 miles east of Palm Beach, Florida, at the northernmost tip of The Bahamas.

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Using state-of-the-art clear-glass helmets, guests can explore an underwater sea safari as they walk on the bottom of the Mayan Temple Shark Lagoon to see Caribbean reef sharks and nurse sharks up close. No swimming experience is necessary for this Blue Adventures experience, operated by Stuart Cove.

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West End, Grand Bahama Island West End has some of the most shark-infested beaches in the world. Aptly named, Tiger Beach off of Grand Bahama is one of the world's top spots for seeing tiger sharks.

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Volusia, home to world-famous Daytona Beach, has the dubious honor of being known as the “shark bite capital of the world.” New Smyrna Beach, just south of the city, is an epicenter of shark activity.

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There are no islands in the Bahamas that don't have sharks of all species in the water around them.

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No, great white sharks do not live in the area around the Bahamas.

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Yes, you can swim in the Bahamas - known for shallow waters and mild temperatures, most Bahamian beaches are ideal for swimming.

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