Picture the Bahamas ... crystalline waters, white sand beaches, rolling green hills & a languid way of life. So, where's the adrenaline rush? Well, for one, near Cat Island you’ll find sheer walls, drop-offs & untouched reefs. But, there’s no question that the whitetips are the biggest drawing card.
Dive With Fearsome Predators
Unforgotable „Destination“ Moment
Cat Island is one of those rare diving destinations where the diver can experience close encounters with the magnificent Oceanic Whitetip. They arrive in the spring – in large numbers in April and May – following the tuna migration.
The Whitetips are generally quite solitary and slow-moving and they tend to stay not far from the surface, scanning for food sources. This makes them relatively easy to find and swim with. That being said, however, they prefer the open water so finding them can take minutes or hours!
Groups will often form if a good food source appears and observing a feeding frenzy is a distinct possibility on one of your dives.
The whitetips aren’t the only species in these waters …. so you’ll have plenty of excitement between sightings. Divers often see silky sharks and dusky sharks, even the occasional blue marlin. And diving the deep waters here always offers surprises, such as blue sharks, mobula rays, tiger sharks and great hammerheads …..
We work with the most reliable operators here. Trips are land-based … and run by true professionals.
In April and May, the temps average 75 to 80 degrees Farenheit …. and visibility extends to 70 feet or more. These are probably the optimal months … but, March & June can be good too.
The whitetip experience is for advanced divers, as you will be drifting in the blue with large predatory sharks, without the protection of a cage. Hence, an advanced diver certification is required and free diving/snorkeling experience is recommended.
Guests are able to spend hours in the water with the sharks on snorkel and most of our operators offer at least one tank-dive per day.
For the Bahamas Master Ultimate Bahamas journey, take your international (or for U.S. citizens – domestic) flights to Miami then a short flight to Freeport, Bahamas. We always recommend arriving a day in advance so you can start the diving trip fresh (and allow luggage to catch up with you, if necessary)
Cruise dates 2024:
Aorul 30 – May 14, 2024
Rates per person:
twin main deck $7490 – shared facilities
twin main deck $8120 – private bath
Included in the rate:
14-night diving expedition from & to Freeport, Bahamas
Extras
If you arrive a day before embarkation, you’ll have enough time to relax at the pool or beach of your hotel or to visit the colorful small town. As the sun sets, you can plunge into the famous nightlife of this little Caribbean enclave after a stroll and some shopping. Rum, lobster from the grill and Caribbean rhythms will definitely get you ready for The Tigers !
Sturdy & Welcoming
You’ll find available spaces and booking request on the Live Search for Spaces. Please feel free to CONTACT US to chat about the experience, the best time to go, other liveaboards & land programs available at Cat Island, which to choose … or to book a trip..
Check our Exclusive Charters page for a list of our current charters …
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