The Spotted Trunkfish gets its name from, yes you guessed it, the myriad black spots that cover its golden yellow body. Not only is this funky looking fish, but it also secretes a colorless toxin from its glands whenever its touched. Don’t worry, the toxin is only unsafe if its ingested, so there is no concern to divers, but if you do happen to be snorkeling, and you come across a spotted trunkfish, it’s not advisable to touch it! And another fun fact, one of the major predators of this fish is the nurse shark, and if a nurse shark ingests it, it can die! The body of the trunkfish is protected by a bony outer surface, that performs as body armor, including two extremely sharp spines to protect its rear fins.

The Spotted Trunkfish is an omnivore, and its diet consists most of algae, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, mollusks, marine plants and crustaceans. They’re big fans of warm temperatures and thrive in places between 22 and 26 degrees C (72 and 79 F), and in depths of 4.5 to 18 meters (15 and 60 ft), which means if you’re on a shallow dive, this is definitely a species you could come across, so don’t forget your underwater camera! See this tropical fish and more in the water of the Bahamas.

The Trumpetfish are cousins of the cornetfish, made distinctive by their elongated bodies, small frontal jaw, and tubular snouts. Their gills are resemble the teeth of a comb and their soft dorsal fin is located near the tail fin. If you can get close enough, you’ll notice a number of small spines along the front of the dorsal fin. The Trumpetfish comes in a variety of colors from dark brown to a greener tone, with flecks of yellow on some areas of the body. Sometimes a black streak can be found along the jaw.

The Trumpetfish are very slow swimmers, and crafty predators! They use the element of surprise, sneaking up on their prey, or lying completely motionless like a stick in the current, waiting for the right moment! Not only are they quick and sneaky predators, they’ve also mastered the art of camouflage, swimming alongside much larger fish, as well as hiding amidst vertical coral like sea pens, pipe sponges and sea rods. Their diet almost exclusive comprises of small fish such as Atheriniformes and wrasses, sucking them into their mouths like a miniature vacuum!

With their close proximity to the surface, its super sneaky predatory hunting and unique vertical grazing technique, the Trumpetfish is one of those fascinating species you could easily watch for hours. Don’t have hours? Bring your camera down, and snap a few shots for your underwater scrapbook!

Once you see their head, it becomes immediately apparent why they’re called a ‘lizard fish’. It’s wide reptilian mouth, and far-set eyes give it a somewhat unpleasant look. Perched on the middle of its back sits a fanned dorsal, with two pectoral fins on the underside of the body, so at first glance, it always appears as if they have webbed legs. Their bodies are white and tan, a feature essential for camouflaging into the sea floor below, and with its dark splotches somewhat resembling spilled ink-blots, it’s both a difficult prey to catch and an excellent hunter.

Sand Divers thrive in tropical and subtropical environments the world over, which is why they’re plentiful in the Bahamas. They are avid bottom dwellers, so if you’re out on a Bahamas snorkeling expedition, depending on how deep you dive, you may only get to see them if you’re scuba diving, or exploring a wreck. If you’re looking out for this species specifically, be sure to peek around sand patches next to the reef, underneath rocks, or near coral, with their backs to it for protection. Remember to bring your underwater camera and do your best to stay as still as possible, they’re a little more shy than some of the other species you’ll find here in the Bahamas.

The complex pattern is believed to be a defence mechanism against predators. The false eyes at the rear make it difficult for a predator to determine which is the back and which is the front. When challenged, the Four-eyed Butterflyfish will place its falso eyes closest to the predator, because most predators go after the eyes of their prey first to debilitate them. If they are not able to flee from their predator, the Four-eyed Butterflyfish will lower its head and spines, making it look bigger and more threatening. This form of intimidation tricks the predator into thinking its just not worth the trouble!

These prickly, crafty creatures are often found perusing shallow inshore waters, so if you’re snorkeling, or just swimming, they’re easy to find. They feed on a wide selection of invertebrates like gorgonians, tunicates, polychaete worms, and zoantharians. You’ll find them swimming in and amongst the coral heads with great ease, and perhaps the most interesting fact is that they are one of the very few fish species that mate for life.

The temperatures generally stay around an even 79 degrees at the surface above the Lost Blue Hole, and at 80 feet into the hole it is usually around 70 degrees. If you are planning a diving trip the Bahamas Lost Blue Hole, we would recommend that you bring an under water flashlight, as visibility is only about 15 feet. The Lost Blue Hole of Bahamas is an underwater sinkhole, otherwise called a vertical cave. The Lost Blue Hole of Bahamas is not the only one to exist in the world. They also exist in Belize, Guam, and Australia, as well as other islands of Bahamas. Blue holes were formed during the ice ages when sea levels were significantly lower. Today, the Blue holes contain both seawater and freshwater, and are the home to marine animals such as rock lobster, lionfish, barracuda, eels,
yellow tail, stingrays, grey reef sharks and nurse sharks. Don’t worry; these types of sharks are harmless though.

The Bahamas Dive Club is a really relaxed diving club that holds meetings for divers to meet each other and go for a dive with Bahama Divers to the Bahamas Lost Blue Hole. You can look their meeting dates up via Facebook to get more info. It’s generally a good time of sharing laughs, and a passion for divers. Becoming a dive club member means members pay $95 for the dive with a dive club membership card, instead of the normal $139 cost. Of course, by joining the dive club, this means you are a diver who visits the Bahamas on a regular basis to go on dive tours.The Bahamas Dive Center has a tour for the low cost of $129, perfect for the one-time divers to experience the Lost Blue Hole. The Bahama Divers Blue Hole Dive offer help from dive masters with over 40 years of diving experience. The dive masters take pride in giving the safest as well as the most gratifying diving experience for their customers. They normally head out to the Lost Blue Hole around 4 times a week, so give them a call and see if they are actually going on the day you would like to head out to dive.

The circular blue holes were formed during ice ages as fresh water dissolved and left limestone deposits. Acid rain etched these unique holes into the island's shallow banks over centuries. There are now more blue holes in the Bahamas than any other place on Earth. Whether you are an avid, experienced diver or just beginning, diving Freeport Bahamas will be an unforgettable experience. Experience one or more of several excellent diving tours on a Freeport Bahamas vacation.

Grand Bahamas Scuba Tours

Want to try scuba diving on your Bahamas vacation but are not certified? The UNEXSO resort course dive Discover Scuba Diving is your best bet. This dive tour provides a quick, safe and easy way to go below the ocean's surface. Expert divers are on hand to gently guide you along to an underwater world beyond your imagination. The course on this tour will allow you to bypass extensive certification courses and experience the wonders of scuba diving. First you will receive a brief lesson on scuba diving basics. Then for an hour or so, you will be guided in testing out your scuba gear in the water, perhaps at a pool or in the water near the beach. The real adventure begins when you board one of their custom dive boats. The professional crew will help you to soon be swimming 30 feet deep in the ocean. Now you too can be fascinated by the beauty of the corals and tropical fish.

UNEXSO Two Tank Morning Dive

If you are a certified diver, head out with an experienced crew of master instructors and a small group of avid divers to explore the beauty and wonder beneath the blue Caribbean. Be amazed at the diversity of habitats and wildlife, coral reef gardens, exotic marine animals and colorful tropical fish. Great spots on the coral reefs surrounding the Bahamas always amaze both experienced and new divers on this tour. Choose to go up to 80 feet deep or just hang around the shallower water at a depth of 30 or 40 feet. Afterwards, join the crew to head out and explore a Caribbean shipwreck. One of the most popular dives includes Theo's Wreck, a massive 230-foot freighter about 100 below the water. The ship is now home to colorful corals, sponges, stingrays, moray eels and butterfly fish. The crew of this diving tour has decades of experience. Each morning, they study the water conditions and decide the best location for diving.

UNEXSO One Tank Afternoon Dive

Not a morning person? The Afternoon One Tank Dive Tour may be for you. The Bahamas feature the most diverse and extensive coral reel system in the world, and this tour will take you to one of the best locations. Experience a living coral reef system teeming with a huge variety of beautiful and interesting marine life. These tours typically head for one of the shallow water reefs. These locations have proven to provide divers with the best of diving experiences.

UNEXSO Dive With the Dolphins

Dolphins are the most fascinating creatures that you can watch and experience on any diving tour. This dive allows you to dive and swim with specially trained dolphins. Meet these wondrous creatures face to face and interact with them. You will be amazed at the experience of frolicking along in the water with these friendly marine creatures. Before diving, instructors will teach you gestures and techniques to get the dolphins to perform tricks just for you. You will fall absolutely in love with dolphins after this dive tour.

UNEXSO Shark Dive

Are you an experienced diver longing for something totally different and unique? The Bahamas Shark Dive Tour may be just the thrill you are craving. This two-tank dive will introduce you to the underwater world of the mysterious sharks. Turn your fear of these creatures into curiosity and clear up many misconceptions about these ocean creatures. A pre-diving lecture will teach you some amazing facts about these often-misunderstood creatures. Learn about shark behavior, shark feeding habits and migration patterns. Afterwards, you will go on a regular shark dive to their natural habitat. Next you will get to actually see the feeding behaviors of the sharks. An experienced shark feeder will give them food using a spear to safely release the food and manipulate the sharks' behavior. All the captains and crew on this tour are highly experienced and can safely lead you on this incredible Caribbean adventure.

If diving Freeport Bahamas is your location of choice, the UNEXSO Resort Course Dive will acclimate you to the activity with all necessary instruction and equipment like the Nassau Resort Course Dive. This dive tour is also three hours long, and divers can reserve the 8:30 a.m. or the 1:00 p.m. time. Divers must have their own transportation to the instruction site, but we'll take you to the dive site in one of our dive boats with instructors always directing the dive. The colors of the coral reef and its varied textures make the effort worth every second, and divers will see hordes of fish and other marine animals here as well.

Becoming familiar with diving in one of our non-certified dive courses allows divers to decide if they want to do more or remain content with this one diving experience. Most dives require certification which we can also provide, but it is much more extensive. Our Resort Course Dives offer an exciting, unique view of the water world without the cost and time needed for certification courses.

Introducing scuba diving to children 10 years and over in our course may be a good way to answer the question of whether to spend money on certification in the future. You may not know when your next opportunity to dive will come around, and this is one way to enjoy the many benefits of diving with less commitment. It's outdoor fun in the warm waters of the Bahamas and a learning experience for all ages.

Bahamas diving resorts provide these diving courses for all age groups over 10 years so that everyone has a chance to experience diving at least once. A reasonable cost and minimal effort prior to the course make it easy and fun for one day of your vacation. This may be comparable in cost to a trip to the amusement park, but so much more gratifying and stimulating. It's a science class that integrates all of your senses and concentration, but the reward is probably better than getting an A in class. It's more like getting an A in life.

Diving Bahama islands could be your next vacation, and we want to help you make it happen. Take a look at our Resort Course Dives in Nassau and Freeport and reserve soon. You can thank yourself later and enjoy the water.

The Bahamas has numerous islands that provide a wide range of diving activities, such as shark dive tours, that any type of diver can experience and enjoy. From shipwrecks to ecosystems, scuba diving in Bahamas is an incredible way to learn about the underwater world where you can find thousands of coral reef heads and countless water species.

Nassau, Bahamas

Big city diving is what Nassau is all about. As the capital of Bahamas, Nassau is known for its stunning underwater paradise and exotic marine life. Not only can you explore Nassau beneath the surface and enjoy the sea life, but there are also other underwater attractions that are ready for discovery. Add Nassau to your itinerary as a go-to place for scuba diving in Bahamas.

One of the main diving attractions in Nassau is the Shipyard where you can find three different shipwrecks, home to schools of fish and other marine life. Other shipwreck diving sites in Nassau have also been featured in popular movies.

Another fantastic diving site in Nassau is the Stuart Cove shark dive where you can experience the thrilling underwater adventure of being near numerous Caribbean reef sharks. You can also watch the feeding frenzy among the sharks as professional shark feeders dive underwater with bait. If it's your first time taking the Stuart Cove Shark Adventure tour, you get the first dive free. An underwater photographer also accompanies you on your underwater journey.

One of the best dive sites in Nassau is the Lost Ocean Blue Hole. Measuring at 80-feet in diameter and 300-feet deep, this mysterious natural wonder is a must-see for intermediate to advanced divers who have been certified. Surrounded by coral reef and filled with a variety of marine life, such as French angelfish and reef sharks, the Lost Blue Hole has more to it than its natural phenomenon.

After experiencing the magnificent and exhilarating wonders a Nassau Bahamas scuba diving trip, there is scuba diving certification available to make diving a life-long hobby of yours. If you would like to get your scuba diving certification in Nassau, there is a beginners course to help you gain diving knowledge and experience in order to become certified. After taking the course, you can start doing solo dives and advance into deeper waters. You can then get certified through a class known as Complete Open Water Certification. With a scuba diving certification, you can enhance your diving experience in Nassau and discover more wonders of marine life.

Stuart Cove Learn to Dive Resort Course

Before getting your scuba diving certification, take the Stuart Cove Learn to Dive Resort Course to experience the depths of the ocean without getting a certification first. With a concise explanation of all the diving basics by a certified diver, you'll be ready to dive even 40 feet underwater. Through this learning course, you get to test out scuba diving gear in a resort pool before going out into open waters. After testing out scuba diving gear and ensuring safety for all divers, you'll travel to a dive site near Nassau, filled with beautiful coral reefs, and be able to test out your diving skills. If you'd like to dive with a group of friends and family members, the Stuart Cove Learn to Dive Resort Course accommodates small groups for a fun and intimate learning experience.

The islands featured on our general diving information page are famous diving sites that divers and tourists can explore. Not only are there diving sites, but also scuba diving certification courses that you can take to become a certified diver. Discover the diving activities and courses you can take while at the Bahamas, and get a thrill on your vacation through diving adventures.

Freeport, Bahamas
Treasure hunting in shipwrecked Spanish galleons, exploring mysterious underwater caves and swimming with dolphins are just a few of the many diving activities that Freeport offers. Whether you're a beginner or advanced scuba diver, Freeport offers a variety of diving sites that you can explore.

A tour you can take that Freeport offers is UNEXSO Dive with the Dolphins where you can swim with trained dolphins that allows you to come face-to-face with these friendly sea creatures. You'll be able to interact with these dolphins and get them to perform fun tricks for you. By swimming with these intelligent dolphins, you'll also be able to enjoy seeing them in their natural environment. As a hands-on learning experience, this dive tour is a must for all divers.

Another eye-opening tour in Freeport is the UNEXSO Shark Dive where you get to be in the natural habitat of wild sharks. You'll also get to see how professional shark feeders feed these sea creatures and learn many facts about sharks regarding their biology, behavior and even misconceptions about sharks. This shark dive will help you appreciate these so-called dangerous sea creatures and be fascinated by these sharks.

While on your diving trip to Freeport, you can gain scuba diving certification through the UNEXSO Resort Course Dive. During this course, you'll be with expert divers who will help you gain diving experience and knowledge in a short time. Through hands-on training, you'll be able to get certified for scuba diving in no time; you can dive deeper and farther out in the water to discover and challenge your diving abilities. From the fish to the coral reef, explore more with a scuba diving certification through the UNEXSO Resort Course Dive.