Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas

Mount Olympus

Mount Olympus is a Grand Bahama reef site operated by UNEXSO, named for the towering coral pinnacles and ridges that rise from the sandy bottom like a mountain range in miniature. Topping out around 12 meters and bottoming around 18, the formation is ideal for relaxed dives with plenty of structure to circle. The hard coral cover includes brain, star, and pillar corals, with gorgonians and sea fans providing movement to the scene. Reef life is classic Bahamian: yellowtail snapper, blue tang, stoplight parrotfish, queen angelfish, spotted drum hiding under ledges, and the occasional southern stingray on the surrounding sand. Caribbean reef sharks are sometimes encountered patrolling the reef edge, and eagle rays glide overhead in the blue when conditions align. Visibility is consistently strong and currents are generally light, making this a reliable second-tank choice on any UNEXSO day-boat. The site is particularly well suited for training dives, refresher courses, and underwater photography thanks to its shallow profile, easy navigation, and rich color saturation. Photographers favor the large pinnacle for vertical compositions with sun rays. The dive is also a favorite for night dives where octopus, slipper lobster, and basket stars emerge from the structure.