Orbit Canyon

San Salvador, Bahamas

Depth

36m

Visibility

15m - 45m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

About Orbit Canyon

Orbit Canyon is a unique dive site located in San Salvador, known for its orbiting and rolling slope. The site descends to a maximum depth of 36 meters, leading to a coral and hard pan bottom. Here, divers can explore a coral wall and tunnels that lead to a plateau. The site is characterized by its reef, wall, and drop-off features, among others. The current is generally light, making it suitable for beginner divers. The approximate maximum visibility is 45 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the underwater landscape.

The marine life at Orbit Canyon is abundant, with a variety of species to observe. Divers can expect to see groupers, grunts, schoolmaster, and snappers among the inhabitants of the site. The combination of diverse marine life and unique underwater topography makes Orbit Canyon a fascinating dive site to explore.

Orbit Canyon Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Wall, Drop Off, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

36m

Visibility Range

15m – 45m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21% – 30%

O₂

Marine Life

Schoolmaster
Grunts
Groupers
Snappers

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