Andros Island

Andros is a rough-edged, wild place, covered with vast swathes of palm savannas, eerie forests of mahogany, pine and palmettos and a huge mangrove wetlands. The primeval forest is so imposing that islanders swear they're inhabited by little red-eyed elves called chickcharneys who prey on those hapless enough to disturb them. The eastern shore has few outposts of civilization: scruffy shacks surrounded by rusty cars and discarded refrigerators are a common sight.

Andros is not geared for tourism; apart from those who come to dive the world's third-longest barrier reef, birdwatchers and beach bums are the most frequent visitors. There are some colorful, down-at-heels places on the islands, including a town with a dolphin mascot that returns each season, a dilapidated lighthouse, and Somerset Beach, a gem at low tide. Red Bay, at the northwestern tip of North Andros, is inhabited by descendants of Seminole Indians who are famous for their beautiful basketry.

Although Andros Island is at the very least "difficult" to get to, the diving here is some of the most fascinating in the world.  There are squadrons of pelagic fishes, pristine reefs,  unbelievable coral, and the excitement of being away from it all. For those people who have had an opportunity to dive the waters of Andros Island, it is something that they will remember forever.

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