| Abaco, which is located in the Northeastern | | | | world. |
| Bahamas, offers several great spots for | | | | Similar to Fowl Cay, the site at Sandy Cay can |
| discovering the world beneath the waves. The | | | | also be troublesome with its current, and the large |
| sites vary in depth, sea life, accessibility, and | | | | rollers that move towards the reef. The reef is |
| difficulty, opening up the world of snorkeling to | | | | located on the backside of a small cay, and is |
| everyone. | | | | technically located in the Sea of Abaco, although |
| Just off the mainland lies Mermaid's reef. This | | | | one side is open to the Atlantic Ocean. Elkhorn |
| small reef is great for beginners, and can be | | | | coral is popular at this site, as are the number of |
| reached from land or water. Under the water, | | | | large creatures. Eagle rays, Barracudas, and |
| several large ball-shaped reefs are home to many | | | | sharks are often seen cruising by the area. |
| colourful species of fish. Parrot fish are the most | | | | Smaller fish tend to get comfortable swimming |
| interesting, as their beaks are reminiscent of | | | | beneath the snorkelers, following their every |
| teeth. Those who listen carefully will be able to | | | | move. |
| hear the crunch from the Parrot fish munching on | | | | These are only a few of the many sites to visit |
| the reef. | | | | throughout the waters of Abaco. These places |
| When the waters are calm on the Atlantic side of | | | | are great for snorkeling, although Fowl Cay and |
| Fowl Cay, the underwater world is spectacular. | | | | Sandy Cay are just as great for diving. For those |
| Protected by the Bahamas National Trust, Fowl | | | | wishing to see these underwater havens on their |
| Cay's marine life is abundant. It is not uncommon | | | | own, it is important to pay close attention to the |
| to see fish of all sizes, sting rays, and even | | | | weather. The waters often have strong currents, |
| sharks! This is a popular spot for many day trips | | | | and can often be dangerous -- even for the most |
| that are offered by local dive centers. | | | | experienced swimmer. It is also imperative to tie |
| For a more relaxing excursion, the reef behind | | | | up to a mooring, and avoid using an anchor. |
| Elbow Cay is a great place to snorkel. The reef, | | | | Anchors can cause deadly damage to the reefs, |
| which peaks above the water at low tide, is | | | | which destroy the homes of many sea creatures. |
| accessible by foot from the beach. Although this | | | | Another option is to join a local dive company on |
| location is shallower than the others, it is inhabited | | | | one of their scheduled excursions. Excursions vary |
| by many species of coral and small fish. A similar | | | | in length, and are a great way to discover the |
| reef is also located behind Great Guana Cay. | | | | local secrets. |
| These locations are great for those who love the | | | | The underwater worlds of Abaco are waiting to |
| beach, as the day can be spent soaking up the | | | | be discovered, so grab those masks and fins, and |
| sun, and cooling off while studying the underwater | | | | jump right in! |