San Salvador is one of the southeastern islands in the Bahamas chain, just twelve miles long by five miles wide and home to approximately 950 residents. The island is 360 miles south of Miami and is one of the premier scuba diving Mecca's of the world. Riding Rock Inn Resort and Marina is a resort dedicated to divers. The resort has 42 rooms, 30 of which are deluxe ocean front with breathtaking views of the ocean and pool area. Resort amenities include a restaurant, the Drifftwood Bar, pool, meeting facilities, and internet service.
All of the deluxe rooms have spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea. All rooms are air conditioned and offer cable TV, telephone, private bath, porch or balcony, outside drying hooks, tile floors and daily housekeeping. In addition to the standard room amenities, deluxe rooms have a mini fridge, ocean view, patio with chairs and a writing table and chairs.
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There are more than 50 dive sites, most of which are located on the island's lee side, so rough seas are rarely encountered. The dive sites are almost all walls so the possibility of a deep dive profile is available, though you need not dive deeper than 40 feet to reach the reef to keep a shallow profile. Dive visibility is typically between 100 and 150 feet and sea conditions are usually calm. Shark lovers will be pleased to hear that San Salvador is home to many shark species, the Scalloped Hammerheads being a favorite with our divers. Dive computers are required for every diver and rentals are available. The onsite full service dive center offers both PADI and SSI certifications. Dives include shore dives, reef dives, and wall dives.