North Eleuthera SCUBA Conditions & Forecast: February 2015

The Arimoroa is the largest shipwreck in North Eleuthera waters. PHOTO CREDIT: George Gross.
The Arimoroa is the largest shipwreck in North Eleuthera waters. PHOTO CREDIT: George Gross.

[dropcap]L[/dropcap]et’s go diving! Now that the busy Christmas and New Year’s period is past, we look to February for potential large animals to roam along our reefs. Abundant eagle rays, tarpon and larger shark species, including hammerheads, may be spotted. Water temperatures should reach a low of 72 degrees with full 3mm wetsuits recommended, although daytime temperatures will be a comfortable 85 degrees. The snorkeling trips around Harbour Island are regularly encountering turtles (green and hawksbill), plenty of lobsters, grouper, stingrays, eels and octopus. The dives range in depth from 15 to 115 feet with grottos, caves, plateaus, reefs, wrecks and drift diving— all part of the variety of underwater sites to explore with fun professional staff available to make the adventure safe and rewarding. The ocean around Eleuthera is full of life waiting for you to see and perhaps film as a momento. After diving, snorkeling or cruising, North Eleuthera invites you to enjoy the multitude of world-class uncrowded beaches, clear waters, great resorts and restaurants. Pick a night to enjoy the local food and entertainment to satisfy all ages.