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swim-through cavern with rays and parrotfish; and Tarpon Cave, a 50ft drop-off with smil-
ing moray eels.
The thrilling prospect of blue-hole diving also draws many experienced divers to Abaco.
These vertical caves can be found both inland and in the ocean shallows.
Many dive operators also offer snorkel trips for around $70.
Above and Below Abaco DIVING, SNORKELING
( 242-367-0350; www.scuba-diving-abaco-bahamas.com ; Bay St) Offers two-tank
dives ($125), all-day island-hopping tours ($135, includes one dive) and full NAUI certi-
fication courses (from $550). Don't miss the Mystical Blue Hole, a stalactite-filled inland
sinkhole where the water's as clear as air.
Dive Abaco DIVING, SNORKELING
( 242-367-2787; www.diveabaco.com ; Conch Inn Hotel & Marina, Bay St) Offers two-
tank dives ($115) in the vibrant reef of Fowl Cay, night dives ($115) and NAUI and PADI
cert courses ($635). Specialties include a shark-observation dive ($135), where Caribbean
reef sharks gather to gnaw a frozen 'chumsicle' of fish while you watch, and an inland
blue-hole dive ($135). Also runs a boozy sunset cruise ($50) and several fun snorkel/dive
day-trips.
Bonefishing & Sportfishing
The Marls of Abaco, a 400-sq-mile stretch of mangrove flats on the island's uninhabited
southwest side, is a bonefisher's Valhalla. The average price for bonefishing commences at
around $400/500 per half-/full-day excursion. Sportfishing is also excellent, the warm seas
teeming with marlin, wahoo and blackfin tuna.
JR's Bonefish BONEFISHING, SPORTFISHING
( 242-366-3058; www.jrsbonefishabaco.com ; Casuarina Point) Jr and his guides know
the best secluded flats for spotting the elusive 'gray ghosts.' Also offers wild boar hunting.
Justin Sands Bonefishing BONEFISHING, SPORTFISHING
( 242-367-3526; www.bahamasvg.com/justfish.html ; Marsh Harbour) This is run by
Captain Justin Sands, a past Abaco Bonefish Champion, which means he knows where to
find the slippery critters you desire.
Danny Sawyer BONEFISHING, SPORTFISHING
( 242-367-3577; fishsmiley@yahoo.com) Orvis-certified, Danny knows the top spots
for finding bigger 'ocean bonefish.'
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