Building on our experience with hammerhead and tiger shark resort options, Scuba Travel are pleased to offer our divers a seasonal liveaboard operating in the big shark seasonal hotspots around the Bahamams. Join the 35m steel vessel Bahamas Master and pick from Tiger Beach, Bimini (hammerheads), mix up both species (10 nights) or why not combo tigers and dolphins. For the ultimate experience, journey from Cat Island (oceanics) to Tiger Beach and stop at Pig beach for the famous swimming piggies. Bahamas Master is laid out with eight with panoramic windows that comfortably sleep 16 divers. We offer the standard cabins (twin with a shared bathroom with their neighbouring cabin), but why not ask about upgrades to their premier cabins or master suites potions. The 2 master cabins on the forward upper deck boast double beds as well as private en-suite bathrooms and two en-suite premier cabins (lower deck private ensuite) and four standard cabins (Lower deck) sharing two bathrooms between them. Between dives, relax in the communal areas of both the upper and main decks or in the indoor lounge. The Bahamas are picture perfect Caribbean islands and the views from the fly bridge are worth checking out. Upstairs you'll find a spacious outdoor covered bar and dining area as well as a sundeck where you can relax and top up your tan after a day spent underwater. The rear of the main deck is where it all happens though. Here you'll find space to set up and store all dive equipment in a personal location with under bench storage for masks, fins and anything else you need. Rinse tanks for cameras and computers are also provided. Underwater photographers can take advantage of the indoor camera station where you can show your photos on the TV.
Situated on the lower deck of the vessel, these four cabins share two en-suite bathrooms between them.
Located towards the stern of the vessel on the lower deck, these cabins boast private ensuite bathrooms.
Located on the upper deck, these spacious cabins come with double beds and private en-suite bathrooms.
Please note these prices may not include flights. Click select for the full holiday details
For British nationals, The Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office currently advises against all but essential international travel to the Bahamas
The Bahamas has re-opened its international borders for tourists.
To enter The Bahamas you will need to present a negative COVID-19 test certificate that is less than 5 days old, as well as a health visa application for international travel and a health card application for domestic travel.
Travellers are required before travel to complete an electronic Health Visa at travel.gov.bs.Applications may take up to 72 hrs to process.
After 1 November, travellers who are staying in The Bahamas more than four nights/five days will be required to take a rapid antigen test. More details are available at the Ministry of Tourism website. Please visit bahamas.com/tourism-reopening
You have to complete this form online before you arrive in the UK from any country:
Form to provide your journey and contact details before you travel to the UK
You have to self-isolate when you arrive in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, when you are travelling home.
Updated 4NOV 2020
Nassau (NAS) is around 9 hours direct flying time from London. Indirect services take longer. From Nassau you can connect with local flights to several islands.
The Bahamas is a scuba diving paradise, with breathtaking dive sites offering pristine reefs, multitudes of exciting wrecks, blue holes, spectacular walls and the chance to dive with dolphins and sharks. It's also got great life surface side, with pristine beaches, plenty of restaurants and bars and a fabulous place to while away the hours enjoying the Caribbean sunshine.
For British nationals, The Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office currently advises against all but essential international travel to the Bahamas
The Bahamas has re-opened its international borders for tourists.
To enter The Bahamas you will need to present a negative COVID-19 test certificate that is less than 5 days old, as well as a health visa application for international travel and a health card application for domestic travel.
Travellers are required before travel to complete an electronic Health Visa at travel.gov.bs.Applications may take up to 72 hrs to process.
After 1 November, travellers who are staying in The Bahamas more than four nights/five days will be required to take a rapid antigen test. More details are available at the Ministry of Tourism website. Please visit bahamas.com/tourism-reopening
You have to complete this form online before you arrive in the UK from any country:
Form to provide your journey and contact details before you travel to the UK
You have to self-isolate when you arrive in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, when you are travelling home.
Updated 4NOV 2020
The Bahamas enjoys fairly constant trade winds, and as such, it a fabulous year round holiday. The winter air temps are between 21-24C whilst the simmer months are warmer, 27-29C, with a greater chance of rain. Water temps go from around 23C (Feb) and 29C (Aug).
There are both direct and indirect flight options to the Bahamas (Nassau). BA operate the direct flight from London. Depending on the day of departure, you may need to route via the States, usually Miami, with American Airlines. You must have a valid ESTA before travel or transit through the USA. We are able to book most major airlines. If you have a specific airline you prefer to fly with, simply let us know in your booking request. A supplement may apply for regional departures. Times and any applicable supplements will be confirmed by your travel consultant before you finalise your holiday. If you wish to make your own flight arrangements to Nassau, let us know and we can remove the cost of the international flights from your quote. We are unfortunately not able to redeem airmiles on your behalf. Please do not confirm any flight arrangements yourself before your holiday is confirmed by us.
If you are routing through the USA, we are able to book a stop over en route. This is usually in Miami. You must have a valid ESTA before travel or transit through the USA.
UK passport holders are able to obtain a visa on entry to the Bahamas. You must have a valid ESTA before travel or transit through the USA. Do ensure your passport has 6 months validity from your return date. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here
Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities. We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation. Find out more about our combined dive and travel policy click here
Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice on travel immunisations: click here
You will be able to manage your booking online once you have been ticketed (after you have paid your holiday balance). Most airlines will now enable you to select your seating at this point. There may be a small charge for prebookable seating before online check in opens. Please speak to the airline for more information about charges.
As you are flying with a scheduled airline, you will be able to check in online with your airline. Please visit their website for more information about when online check in opens.
An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world. click here
Prebook your airport parking to save money! If you have a long way to travel, why not also look at booking an airport hotel. These aren't as expensive as you might think. click here
On arrival for any of our Bahamas holidays, you will be met and taken to your hotel or liveaboard. Simply make your way to through baggage reclaim and immigrations. Your transfer will be waiting for you with a board with your name, resort or liveaboard. If you have any issues at all locating your rep, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Please call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.
If you are travelling onto Bimini you will need to catch a domestic flight. These can only be booked with a smaller baggage allowance than the international flights. Excess baggage is charged for locally. Domestic flights are on smaller planes, and the schedule can be affected by adverse winds. We will always try to allow time in your itinerary for any possible delays. If you have made your own flight arrangements to land in Nassau, please confirm at the time of booking if airport transfers are included or available at an additional cost
You will be advised locally of your transfer times at the end of your holiday. The departure tax of BS$15.00 is collected from every person 6 years and older.
Crew gratuities are not included in the charter. We believe gratuities should be voluntary and based upon the quality of service the crew has provided. Please take cash for all on board tipping
The boat takes USD cash on board, as well as Mastercard or Visa payments (local surcharges may apply)
There is a satellite phone onboard but we recommend you speak to your phone provider for call, data and 3G coverage
Electrical outlets onboard are standard US 110 volt
All kit rental and 15lt tanks are available when prebooked for an additional charge - please ask for an up to date price list
Depending on your itinerary, diving specialty courses are offered onboard - please ask for an up to date price list
There a small shop on board for souvenirs, t-shirts and on board extras
Recreational mixes available on board for a local charge
A typical deposit for Bahamas Master will be £1000. This will be due once your holiday has been confirmed. Your balance will then be due 90 days before travel.
We accept mastercard and visa debit or credit cards. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. All non sterling card payments and UK business debit cards will be subject to the 2% surcharge. Overseas bank transfers must add £6 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions.
If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation
Are you one of Scuba Travel's repeat customers? Over 60% of our customers trust Scuba Travel to book their next diving holiday, time after time.
And we believe you deserve a huge thanks for your ongoing support over the years, which is what our repeater discount is all about! Travel with us again in either 12 months or 24 months and you will qualify for a discount. That's all you have to do. No forms, no numbers to remember, no fuss, just a good honest price reduction.
Repeat discounts are not cumulative and cannot be applied to special offer prices
The following is a sample itinerary of dive sites we may visit during your liveaboard safari on board Bahamas Master. We wish to show you the very best diving possible, however, a number of factors can determine which sites we visit. Our Cruise Direc... MORE
The following is a sample itinerary of dive sites we may visit during your liveaboard safari on board Bahamas Master. We wish to show you the very best diving possible, however, a number of factors can determine which sites we visit. Our Cruise Direc... MORE
The following is a sample itinerary of dive sites we may visit during your liveaboard safari on board Bahamas Master. We wish to show you the very best diving possible, however, a number of factors can determine which sites we visit. Weather, tides, ... MORE
Bahamas liveaboard diving. Hammerhead and Tiger shark dive experiences
Call us or email to bookWe would be more than happy to help you. Our travel advisors are at your service to help you.
01483 411590
Tour Operator of the Year 12 times - Voted by you!
For 100% financial protection and peace of mind
Before during and after your holiday. 24hr contact support
