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Amberjack Reef

The Exumas, Bahamas
Depth
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69ft
Visibility
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49ft - 148ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Beginner

About Amberjack Reef

Amberjack Reef is a renowned dive site located in The Exumas, known for its shark feeding dives. The site features a shallow patch reef, encrusted with coral and teeming with a variety of marine life. The bottom topography is particularly interesting, offering divers a unique underwater landscape to explore. The maximum depth of the site is 21 meters, with an approximate maximum visibility of 45 meters. The current is medium, making it suitable for all levels of divers, including beginners.

The marine life at Amberjack Reef is diverse and abundant. Divers can expect to see Blennies, Caribbean Reef Sharks, Garden Eels, Snappers, and Yellowfin Groupers among others. The site is characterized by its reef, which is a major attraction for divers. The reef is vibrant and full of life, providing an unforgettable diving experience.

Amberjack Reef Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:21m
Visibility Range:15m - 45m
Experience Level:Beginner
Best Gas:21% - 45% O2

Marine Life

  • Blennies
  • Snappers
  • Caribbean Reef Sharks
  • Various
  • Yellowfin Groupers
  • Garden Eels

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature

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Dive Operators near Amberjack Reef

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Dive Site Hazards

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