
The Island House
★★★★
★ 8.9/10 (167 reviews)
7.9 km away as the crow flies
Dive centre · Nassau · Bahamas
5.0232 Google reviewsProfessional underwater photography and bespoke shark encounters in Nassau, led by a PADI instructor and specialist photographer.
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Located in Nassau, New Providence, Made in Water is a boutique operation designed for divers seeking a more personalised experience in the Bahamas. Founded by Pia Oyarzún, a PADI instructor with over a decade of experience, the centre operates with a focus on high-end service and professional-grade underwater photography.
While the centre provides a range of diving and freediving services, it is also a specialist destination for underwater photography. Whether you are looking for thematic sessions involving models or professional shots of marine life, the expertise on hand is geared towards high-quality results.
For logistics and boat operations, the centre works in partnership with Connection Ocean Experiences, which provides the vessels, insurance, and operational support for all excursions.
The centre provides a full range of PADI courses, catering to everyone from those looking to start their journey to those seeking advanced certifications. You can begin with the PADI Discover Scuba Diving programme to experience the underwater world before committing to a full course.
For those looking to progress through the PADI system, the centre offers a complete curriculum of certifications. For specific pricing and details regarding advanced PADI courses, you should contact the centre directly for a quote.
Rose Island offers a way to escape the crowds, providing a more tranquil environment for a day of relaxation and exploration. It is an ideal location for those looking for an authentic Bahamian atmosphere away from the busier parts of Nassau.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
The local waters are home to several species of sharks, including the Caribbean reef shark (Carcharhinus perezi) and the Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum). You may also encounter various species of moray eels, such as the green moray eel, spotted moray eel, or the chain moray eel.
Reef fish are abundant throughout the area, including various species of tropical reef fish and sergeant majors. You will also see blue chromis and a variety of smaller reef fish species inhabiting the coral structures.
For those interested in the Exumas, excursions are available to see the famous swimming pigs.
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