On a shallow sand flat off Bimini, great hammerheads glide within metres of divers in just six to twelve metres of water, making this one of the planet's most intimate big-shark experiences. Regulated baited dives run through the boreal winter when cooler water draws large females onto the bank. January and February deliver the most consistent daily encounters before sharks thin out in spring.
On a shallow sand flat off Bimini, great hammerheads glide within metres of divers in just six to twelve metres of water, making this one of the planet's most intimate big-shark experiences. Regulated baited dives run through the boreal winter when cooler water draws large females onto the bank. January and February deliver the most consistent daily encounters before sharks thin out in spring.
Up to 98% sighting chance in Bimini (Bahamas). Best months: January, February, March.
December through April is the main window, with January and February as the peak months for daily great hammerhead presence on the sand flat.
Most encounters occur at 6 to 12 metres on sandy bottom, one of the planet's most intimate big-shark experiences in shallow water.
Single dives typically run 150 to 250 US dollars per person (2026 prices), with multi-dive packages offering better value.
Bimini is a great hammerhead site. Galeocerdo cuvier is the species, not the smaller scalloped hammerhead seen at Pacific seamounts.
Yes. Regulated baited dives with operator protocols are the standard method for reliable great hammerhead encounters at Bimini.
