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Tongue of the Ocean

Tongue of the Ocean appears in the sequence of protected marine habitats off Andros, from seagrass beds and barrier reef to a drop-off toward deep water. Visiting is tied to boat trips and sea conditions.

Tongue of the Ocean
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What makes it special

  • It is part of the habitat sequence described for the North & South marine parks.
  • The account links the barrier reef with a drop-off toward Tongue of the Ocean.
Tongue of the Ocean
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Tongue of the Ocean
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Snorkelers observe the Andros reef without touching coral.

Choosing a Base on Andros for Its Reefs and Mangroves

On Andros, trying to see everything usually means spending too much time getting from place to place. This guide helps you choose a base and a main landscape—blue holes, reef or mangrove—for more time on site and fewer impossible promises.

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Profile updated: 27/09/2026