Blue Holes National Park
National Park National park protecting blue holes and marine habitats
Blue Holes National Park on North Andros protects inland sinkholes and wetlands; divers, snorkelers and researchers visit to study submerged caves and local biodiversity.
Blue Holes National Park is a protected area on North Andros in the Bahamas established to conserve inland blue holes and the surrounding natural habitats.
The park is noted for its numerous sinkholes and inland caverns set in karst limestone terrain; these features support distinctive freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems and attract naturalists and researchers.
The area is valued for birdwatching and observing Andros’s characteristic limestone topography rather than conventional beach tourism.
Blue Holes National Park is located on North Andros island in the western Bahamas and is accessed via local roads and settlements on the island.
- Blue holes concentration: Contains a high concentration of inland blue holes and associated karst features that are ecologically distinct from surrounding mangrove and pineyard habitats.
How to Get to Blue Holes National Park #
Best reached from Nassau by regional air or private boat to Andros Island, then by local roads to northern Andros access points. Local tour operators provide guided visits to specific blue holes and can advise on the safest approaches.
Tips for Visiting Blue Holes National Park #
- Organise travel with a local guide or operator for safe access to blue holes and inland freshwater systems.
- Sea and water conditions can change quickly; follow local operator advice and avoid diving alone.
- Bring snorkel gear if planning to explore coastal blue holes; some inland holes are freshwater and attract different wildlife.
Best Time to Visit Blue Holes National Park #
Dry season (December-April) generally offers calmer seas and better conditions for blue hole exploration.
Weather & Climate near Blue Holes National Park #
Blue Holes National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 17°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1287 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (202 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (123 mm).
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (157 mm).
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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