Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas

Stuart Cove’s took home seven operator awards in the 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards in the Caribbean and Atlantic region

David M. Benz

For 46 years, Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas has provided superior service set among a tropical backdrop. With humble beginnings on New Providence Island, what started as a one-boat operation has turned into a multi-faceted, family-owned business offering snorkeling, snuba, scuba diving, underwater photo and production services.

Located on the southwest side of the island, Stuart Cove’s dive shop is an ideal location to explore more than 35 dive sites. You’ll never tire of the underwater scenery with daily two-tank trips offered in the morning and afternoon. Large orange sponges and gorgonian fans await at popular sites like Pumpkin Patch, and metal heads will appreciate the chance to dive the famed James Bond wreck, beautiful Ray of Hope and multiple wrecks at once at Steel Forest.

Stuart Cove’s experienced staff is equipped to meet the needs of all water-enthusiasts, from snorkelers and beginners who wish to refine their skills to experienced divers in search of thrills on walls and wrecks.

Scuba divers flock to the island to experience thrilling shark dives, pioneered by Stuart Cove himself. Book a Shark Adventure to dive at two of the four shark dive sites: Shark Wall, The Arena, Shark Wall North or The Runway— all teeming with Caribbean reef sharks. Enhance your shark diving experience and gain knowledge about the species by completing a PADI Shark Awareness Specialty course.

Besides organizing incredible diving, the Stuart Cove’s team can also arrange accommodations and book dive and stay packages for your next adventure.

Guests with Stuart Cove’s Dive Bahamas can explore wrecks and reefs at more than 35 dive sites.

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Shark Shooter Program

Serious amateur underwater photographers and videographers can experience life as a professional shooter on a simulated film production through the Shark Shooter program. This program modeled after Stuart Cove’s experiences working in Hollywood on James Bond movies including For Your Eyes Only and Never Say Never Again, will include a storyboard session, a private boat with an experienced captain and a member of Stuart Cove’s Fin Photo team who will assist each participant in getting the perfect shot.