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Wax Cut Drift
Fast Exuma drift through a tidal cut with sharks, rays and reef life.
Local operator required
This site is typically dived with a liveaboard or experienced boat crew that can time the cut and manage pickup.
Boat-only drift best done with a guided crew that times entry for the tide; conditions can change quickly with current and wind through the cut.
About Wax Cut Drift
Wax Cut Drift is a fast, boat-only drift in the Exuma Cays that divers visit for the rush of moving water, bright reef structure and regular shark and ray encounters. The route runs through a narrow cut where current carries you past sea fans and coral before the dive eases onto sand and seagrass near the exit. Timing matters here: crews plan entries around tide and weather, and most divers tackle it from a liveaboard or other fully supported boat.
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Research Estimate At Wax Cut Drift
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Wax Cut Drift?
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Wax Cut Drift Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
7.5m - 10.4m
Depth Note
Approx. 30-minute dive with an average depth of 7.5 m and a maximum of 10.4 m.
Best Season
November to May usually offers the steadiest overall weather and best visibility for Bahamas diving, though Exuma operators run the area year-round and time Wax Cut around tide and daily conditions.
Typical Conditions
A short, quick drift through a tidal cut with clear blue water, reef structure along the walls and a sandy exit area that is calmer than the main push through the cut.
Safety & Access At Wax Cut Drift
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlifeRestricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat Wax Cut as a guided drift and follow the crew's tide-based plan for entry and pickup. Strong moving water, remote boat-only access and occasional shark traffic make it a poor site for unguided exploration.
Access Restrictions
Wax Cut Drift is normally reached by liveaboard or other dedicated support boat rather than as a casual shore or day-boat pickup.
Local Intel For Wax Cut Drift
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Divers usually negative-enter or start promptly from the boat, let the current move them through the cut, then finish over sand and seagrass near the pickup area.
Snorkeling
Wax Cut Drift is not a casual float snorkel; only attempt it when a professional crew explicitly offers it under suitable tide and weather conditions.
Wildlife at Wax Cut Drift
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Wax Cut Drift
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Wax Cut Drift
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
