Nassau
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Nassau diving holidays, with the Bahamas experts.
Diving Holidays In NassauNassau is the capital city of The Bahamas and is located on the 11th largest island of the archipelago - New Providence.
The Nassau season at a glance
The strongest, most reliable dive months are highlighted below — based on our own time on the water here, not guesswork.
Why you'll love diving in Nassau!
Diving Holidays In Nassau
Nassau is the capital city of The Bahamas and is located on the 11th largest island of the archipelago - New Providence. Nassau’s main harbour, Paradise Island, is famous for its rich history of pirates and commerce. The island has the lure of a big city but the feel of exotic paradise and offers everything from beautiful natural beaches to bustling entertainment and modern amenities.
Nassau in The Bahamas offers a number of great dive sites that appear to a range of abilities and each site offers a totally unique experience. A variety of shallow reefs provide a home for an abundance of colourful fish and are ideal for macro-photography fans as well first time divers and snorkellers while the Lost Blue Hole is an attraction which attracts many divers to this region of The Bahamas. This natural hole in the ocean floor is where you will find turtles, sharks, large pelagic fish and giant southern stingrays.
Also off the coast is the De La Salle Wreck as well as the Lighthouse Wreck & Reef and The Shipyard. All of these are amazing sites for photographers and divers as you discover the deep water tropical reef, lobsters and eagle rays that have taken refuge on the wrecks.
Diving Seasons In Nassau
Nassau features a tropical monsoon climate with relatively consistent temperatures throughout the course of the year. Summertime temperatures reach about 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit) and the winter months have daytime temperatures between 23 and 27 °C (73 and 81 °F), rarely falling below 15 °C (59 °F).
Things To Do In Nassau
Without doubt, the main attraction of Nassau & Paradise Island is the 14-acre Atlantis Waterscape, the world's largest open-air aquarium, which teems with over 100 species of colourful fish. Paradise Island is also the drop-off point for the unforgettable Dolphin Encounter and the exhilarating Powerboat Adventures.
If you want to step back through the centuries in Nassau you can wander along to the Pompey Museum and take a good, long look at the display of artefacts, documents and drawings. For a more modern glimpse of Nassau & Paradise Island Bahamas art you won't want to miss the contemporary Bahamian art galleries and the cultural Junkanoo museum tour either.
Nightlife In Nassau
Sun, sand and surf may rule the days in The Bahamas, but clubs and live shows rule the nights. Thanks to the Bahamians' fondness for music and dancing, there are no shortage of nightspots, local talent and good company to make a holiday day last long after dark.
From unmissable bargains to unforgettable beaches, take a walk along the fabulously colourful ‘Bahamian Riviera', Cable Beach. Only three miles west of the city and easily accessible by bus or taxi, this magnificent stretch of exclusive resorts and homes on two and a half miles of golden sand is also the focus of Nassau & Paradise Island's Bahamas-style vibrant nightlife. Nightclubs, pubs, restaurants, and even a casino, are all just a short stroll away from each other.
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We've dived every spot and stayed in every hotel we sell in Bahamas. Tell us your dates and level — we'll tell you honestly whether Nassau is your best match.
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Recommended hotels in Nassau
We've stayed in them, walked the beaches and checked the dive logistics — these are the ones we'd book ourselves.
From £255/night · room only
The Island House
- Boutique hotel with just 30 exclusive rooms, suites and apartments
- Offers guests exclusive beach access to a beautiful private beach
- Features two restaurants, a cafe and wine market on site
From £196/night · room only
Sandyport Beach Resort
- Boutique hotel feeling with all the facilities of a large resort
- A variety of activities and dining options onsite
- Amazing location with ocean, lagoon and marina all on your doorstep
From £362/night · breakfast
Graycliff Hotel
- Boutique hotel with chocolate factory, wine cellar, cigar rolling factory
- Charming rooms in an historical, colonial mansion
- Two swimming pools and an award-winning restaurant in lush gardens
From £180/night · room only
British Colonial Hilton
- The only beachfront hotel in downtown Nassau
- In the heart of the city, near shops and downtown attractions
- Private powder sand beach and amazing views of the cruise ship harbour
From £241/night · room only
The Royal at Atlantis
- Huge Selection of Restaurants and Bar inc Michelin star rated options
- Onsite Water Park perfect for families
- Well located on Paradise Island
From £184/night · room only
SLS Baha Mar
- Oceanfront Hotel
- Highly rated for families
- 10 minutes from Nassau International Airport
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