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Ray of Hope (Wreck)
It is an intact wreck dive with sharks and swim-throughs.
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner12m - 18m
Artificial reefWreck
Local operator required
A local boat operator is the normal way to reach the wreck and manage the shark-dive logistics.
Nassau wreck dive with an intact hull, shark-and-ray action, and easy boat access from southwest New Providence.
About Ray of Hope (Wreck)
Ray of Hope is an intact Nassau wreck on the edge of a small wall, with sharks regularly cruising the deck and perimeter. The freighter was sunk as an artificial reef and offers open cabins, gangways, and a cargo hold for divers to explore. It is a boat dive with overhead sections, so buoyancy and route awareness matter even though the wreck is shallow. This is one of Nassau's signature wreck-and-shark dives.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Penetration into the cabin and gangway areas creates an overhead environment, and sharks regularly cruise the deck and perimeter.
Where Is Ray of Hope (Wreck)?
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Local Intel For Ray of Hope (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The wreck is intact, upright, and open to penetration through cabins and gangways.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target because the wreck is built for scuba exploration.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; the wreck and shark activity are below the surface.
Wildlife at Ray of Hope (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Ray of Hope (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility20m
Access4/5 · Simple entry
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities4/5 · Good facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
