Small Hope Bay Lodge is a historic, intimate, and eco-friendly resort that has been welcoming guests to Andros Island for over 60 years. A paradise for scuba divers of all skill levels.
Unwind and enjoy the amazing variety of dives, world-class fishing, rare birds, and the fine art of lazy hammock lounging. Tranquil, scenic, and secluded, Andros is ideal for family vacations, group getaways, and romantic trips for two. It’s simply like no place else on earth!
FRESH, BAHAMIAN FARE
For the best dining on all of Andros Island, simply make your way to the lodge. From Caribbean comfort food to international cuisine, friendly kitchen staff prepare fabulous homemade meals using the freshest ingredients. Our chefs cook locally-caught lobster and fish, and can easily prepare your catch-of-the-day too.
DINING HIGHLIGHTS
All Meals & Drinks Included
Gluten-Free Options Available
Kids Menu Available
All Meals Served Buffet Style
Outdoor Dining 80% of the Year
Nightly Cocktail Hour w/ Full, Open Bar
Locally Sourced Seafood & Produce
International & Bahamian Dishes
ABOUT THEIR SCUBA DIVING
Do you enjoy exploring the depths of the ocean and discovering hidden gems? Look no further than Andros Island, one of the most beautiful and unspoiled islands in the Bahamas. With over 175 miles of pristine coral reefs, underwater caves, and abundant marine life, Andros Island is a paradise for scuba divers of all skill levels.
Extreme Caution and Bravado!
Whether you’re a beginner who wants to try snorkeling for the first time or an experienced diver seeking a new thrill, certified instructors and dive masters are ready to show you around an exciting underwater world. Small Hope’s Dive Center has been introducing guests to the Andros Barrier Reef since 1960.
They offer a free resort course (exclusive to guests of Small Hope Bay Lodge) designed for beginners who want to try scuba diving for the first time. Experienced instructors will teach you to dive right off their dock, in water you can stand up in. Children under 10 can try SASY or Bubblemaker, a gentle introduction to surface and underwater swimming with an air supply.
With more than 60 nearby dive sites, guests can experience everything from stunning wall dives at the edge of the continental shelf to a dazzling variety of coral formations along the 124-mile Andros Barrier Reef, the third-largest barrier reef in the world.
With dozens of dive sites within a 15-minute boat ride from their dock, it's rare to dive the same site more than once during your stay. Weekly scuba diving schedule includes colourful coral gardens, wrecks, reefs, walls, caverns, and open ocean blue holes, as well as a shark observation dive.
Their Dive Center offers PADI certification courses, including Open Water Diver, Adventure Diver, and Advanced Open Water Diver. Specialty classes include certifications for Enriched Air Diver, Underwater Naturalist, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and more.
Remember to bring along a valid C-card if you plan on scuba diving while you’re there. They may also ask you to demonstrate your mask and regulator clearing skills, allowing you to get comfortable and adjust your buoyancy in the water.
