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If you are planning diving and you are interest in some Dominican Republic dive sites, here you will find some good diving info about the island that it is important to know, where to dive, dive centers/clubs information and best time to dive in Dominican Republic.
The Dominican Republic located in the Caribbean region on the west of Puerto Rico and east of Cuba and Jamaica. The island that is call the Hispaniola and is the second-largest island on the Greater Antilles archipelago, it is shared by Dominican Republic and Haiti.
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The island was the site of Columbus' first settlement in the New World, was also the first colonial capital in the Americas and it is the site of the first cathedral and university of the New World but besides his history the island also offers the spirit and charm of Dominicans captured in its music. Known for its professional winter baseball, handcrafted cigars, and annual music festivals, the culture of the Dominican Republic is never stodgy, or boring.
Capital: Santo Domingo. Language: Spanish. Currency: Dominican Pesos. Population: Approx. 9.2 million Climate: Mostly temperate with rains from December to May and hurricane warning between June and November.
Visitors in the island will enjoy of the Dominican history and culture in City tours around the island. Jeep Safari tours will show you the impressive mountains with spectacular rivers and waterfalls and exotic wildlife. Sugarcane, cigars and rum factories are some of the attractions. Don't miss the colonial city in Santo Domingo. There are wide white beaches surrounded by incredibly clear waters and impressive variety of colorful corals that are protected as national parks.
The Dominican Republic dive sites most visited is Sosua in the north coast, bringing divers of all levels and many hotels in the area for their clear crystal waters, and is followed by fast booming Punta Cana situated in the southeast, which has one of the longest white beaches on the island.Bayahibe is the one that really impress us with all the different colorful corals; marine live and big wreck the Saint George. Catalina island in la Romana a place you must visit and dive if you are in the area. We would also like to mention Las Galeras in Samana. It is an area that is in tourism development, but under water is a national treasure that deserves to be mentioned and recognized worldwide as one of the best in the country for its resources and different types of dives.
The southwest of the island is still virgin for tourist and offers some beautiful coral reefs. While diving in Dominican Republic is a haven for experienced divers, most all-inclusive hotels offer lessons and certification for those interested in learning more about the activity.
Dominican Republic dive sites; and in general the Caribbean can be hampered by storms during the hurricane season (Julie to November); most of the hurricanes always go north or south of the island, and if the island get hit by a hurricane most of the damages are fixed on no time, because tourism is a very important part of the economy of the country.
The best time to dive in Dominican Republic is between June to September, where you will find diving conditions that have clear and calm waters with good visibility. Make sure to avoid the rainy season (October - May) which may not be the best time to dive in the island. And believe it or not, the period (June to September) includes the beginning of the hurricane season. During the winter (October to March) from time to time the northern part of the island receives strong Atlantic winds that also affect the diving excursions.
Normally it is possible to dive all year round, you just have to play your luck with mother nature.
Water Temperatures:Summer 26-29ºC/78-85ºF. Winter: 24-26ºC/75-78ºF.
Luperon The town is not far from Columbus' first settlement "la Isabella" and the area still a virgin scuba diving destination.
Sosua Divers of all levels and many hotels in the area come to dive in this area to enjoy the variety of diving excursions.
Bayahibe Situated directly in the "Parque Nacional del Este" (East National Park). With most spots are reachable within 15 to 25 minutes by boat.
Catalina Island We’d love you to come and experience our amazing snorkelling and diving activities at Catalina Island.
Punta Cana considered by many the number one destination in D.R. With many dive sites that are great for beginners, thanks to most dives are in shallow waters.
Las Galeras Rincon Bay in Samana, ranked by UNESCO as one of the thirty most beautiful in the world. Don't miss the excursions watching humpback whales.
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