BSGrand Bahama · Viva Fortuna Beach
Where sharks
know your name.
The planet's third-largest barrier reef, glass-clear water and our dive center inside the resort, with a free scuba trial in the pool on request.
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The planet's third-largest barrier reef, glass-clear water and our dive center inside the resort, with a free scuba trial in the pool on request.
The dive center lives inside Viva Fortuna Beach, no transfers, no logistics. Open daily 08:00–12:30 & 13:30–17:00.
A free pool trial on request, booked in advance at the dive center. Feel what breathing underwater is like before you commit to anything.
One morning dive trip, then a midday run mixing snorkeling and shallow diving down to 5 m. Sites are 5–60 minutes away.
From Bubblemaker (age 8) to Divemaster, multilingual instructors, plus a dive shop on site.
Caribbean reef sharks at Sharks Alley, with a dedicated shark expert leading every dive and strict protocols throughout. One regular dive beforehand is all it takes to join.
Reefs, blue holes, caverns and three wrecks, from beginner-friendly gardens to advanced deep dives.
| Day | Morning dive trip · 08:00–11:30 | Snorkel & shallow dive (to 5 m) · 11:45–13:45 |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Fortuna Reef | Shallow Garden / Rainbow |
| Monday | Taino Reef | Shallow Garden PC/RR |
| Tuesday | Fortuna Reef | Shallow Garden / Rainbow |
| Wednesday | Lucyan Reef | Shallow Garden PC/RR |
| Thursday | Xanadu Reef | Shallow Garden PC/RR |
| Friday | Taino Reef | Shallow Garden / Rainbow |
| Saturday | Fortuna Reef | Shallow Garden PC/RR |
One dive trip per day, in the morning; the midday run mixes snorkeling with shallow diving. Bookings confirmed at the dive center Front Office by 4 PM the day before. Program may vary with weather and certification levels.
Official dive center price list (August 2026), in USD per person. Grand Bahama's 10% VAT is added to all prices and paid at the center.
+10% VAT. Tank & weights included. Packages are personal. Minimum 2-night stay when booked with your room.
+10% VAT, payable at the center. Torch & computer not included in the set.
Snorkeling with gear included. The shark dive runs with a dedicated shark expert and needs one regular dive beforehand; book it at the dive center.
Pool briefing in the morning, your first real ocean dive with an instructor in the afternoon.
The fast track: half the Open Water course, certified to dive to 12 m alongside a PADI professional.
The world's most recognized diving certification, valid for life.
Five adventure dives that unlock the deep sites and the wrecks.
Beginner courses: equipment included, PADI fees ($120) separate. Advanced courses: equipment & PADI fees not included. Been out of the water? Quick Refresh in the pool $73 · PADI Reactivate $183.
Add your dive package when you book your stay, or talk to our team: they'll build your dive week around your certification, your family and your dates.
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