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High-tide bank timing and winter-front roughness on Bimini bank dives.
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Hesperus (Wreck)
Shallow Bimini wreck with turtle encounters and easy snorkeling.
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Local operator required
Boat access and tide timing make a local Bimini operator the practical way to reach the site.
Hesperus is a shallow Bimini bank wreck with seagrass surroundings, green water at times, and strong night-diving appeal for turtles and schooling fish.
About Hesperus (Wreck)
Hesperus is a shallow Bimini wreck on a seagrass bank, known for relaxed profiles, turtle encounters after dark, and schools of fish around the hull. Parts of the structure carry coral and sponge growth, and calmer windows can make it a rewarding wreck dive with snorkel potential. It is a straightforward bank dive only when tide and weather are cooperating, so plan for boat access and a flexible window.
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Research Estimate At Hesperus (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
Where Is Hesperus (Wreck)?
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Hesperus (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 11m
Depth Note
The wreck sits around 20 ft / 6 m on the bottom, with the top much shallower and snorkel-friendly.
Best Season
March to September
Typical Conditions
Shallow bank wreck with seagrass, green water at times, and calmer windows when tide and weather line up.
Safety & Access At Hesperus (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Visibility can be murky and green; use appropriate navigation and buddy contact.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use a licensed local operator and expect tide and weather timing to matter.
Legal Notes
Follow Bahamian boating and diving rules and any operator briefing before entry.
Local Intel For Hesperus (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow wreck profile makes the dive approachable, but the best experience comes when tide and weather give the bank a calmer window.
Freediving
Shallow enough for conservative freedives in calm conditions, though green water can make navigation and buddy contact more important.
Snorkeling
Calm-day snorkeling works well on the shallow top of the wreck, especially when visibility is cleaner and the sea state is steady.
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Hesperus (Wreck)
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