With more than 700 islands, planning a Bahamas diving experience can be somewhat overwhelming. Once you get your head around the fact that the Bahamas cover 100,000 square miles yet only 5,282 square miles of that is dry land, you quickly realize that the greatest portion of this island nation lies beneath the waves. Accept it: There's just no way to see it all in a single trip. To help you find the parts of the Bahamas diving scene that suit your aquatic desires best, we've put together this guide to nine of the most exceptional islands for diving. Whether you're looking for pulse-pounding shark action, bottomless blue holes, effortless drift diving or irresistible wrecks, it's simply a matter of choosing an island and naming your adventure.

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