Punta Cana Scuba Diving and Snorkeling

Punta Cana Scuba Diving and Snorkeling: Let the Adventure Begin

Punta Cana Scuba Diving and Snorkeling are one of the most interesting activities available. One of the main reasons to go to Punta Cana in vacation is precisely the clear and turquoise color of the waters. There are many ways of enjoying this waters. Scuba diving and snorkeling are among the best ways to explore and rejoice in this waters. Even though in this part of the Dominican Republic the waters are shallow some scuba diving can be done. Especially if you are a beginner, this waters are perfect for you.

There are many areas in Punta Cana and Bavaro where you can scuba dive, however, they are too shallow if you are an experienced scuba diver and need a challenge. There are many spots near the area of Punta Cana where you can enjoy some real good scuba diving. Many resorts offer scuba diving classes for the beginners, so be sure to consult your tour guide about such services. Now, for the real scuba diving there are places like isla Saona and isla Catalina that can satisfy even the most experienced diver.

SAONA ISLAND

Saona Island is a tropical island located at the south-east of Dominican Republic. This beautiful island is a nature reserve, which means that it is protected by the government.
 

How to get there?

To get to Saona Island, you need to book the tour at your hotel. You can choose among different trips, like just 1 hour tour or a full day tour. They will provide you transportation to travel by bus to a fishing village called "Bayahibe". Then, you will board a yacht (you can have some drinks too) and sail to the island. Once there, people from the island will be waiting for you, and they will receive you with music!!!  Then, you can enjoy the beach, see different birds, fishes, take pictures or videos, go scuba diving, of course, and more.  They provide you with the equipment. One of the greatest features in this place is the wall which is a 80 feet dive where you can appreciate the view of a submarine cliff with wondrous underwater life. There many scuba diving centers near Punta Cana like: the Punta Cana dive center, Scuba caribe, Punta Cana Scuba Diving, Pelicano water sport,  and more.

ISLA CATALINA

The other place worth of the greatest scuba divers is the waters near isla Catalina. Remember to book your tour at your hotel. Sunken ships from historical times provide the perfect environment for natural reef grow. The sunken ship near Isla Catalina is prove of the statement mentioned above. The exploration near the Isla Catalina is very popular however to enjoy the view of the reefs in the sunken ship you have to be a certified scuba diver. The place can get very full of people fast, so it might be a little time consuming to explore it.

SNORKELING

Snorkeling is another great activity that can be done in this region. Unlike Punta Cana scuba diving that can get a bit pricy, the snorkeling activity is very cheap and they provide you the equipment needed. Checking out the clear and breathtaking scenery under the sea is quite a remarkable experience. You can bring your own masks and snorkels, but if you want they can supply you with masks, snorkels, and a flotation vest. If you bring your own, you can snorkel at the pool when you go back to your hotel.  

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The marinarium in Punta Cana can provide one of the best snorkeling experiences ever.  The marinarium is an aquarium where you can snorkel with aquatic life like sharks and stingrays. The US $70 .00  dollars excursion will take you from the resort to the aquarium, and don’t worry, the instructors will teach you everything you need to know as well.

There are many available excursions from resorts to nice reefs and with many people like you enjoying the amazing waters of Punta Cana it will be a memory worth remembering.

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