Explore colorful reefs, marine life and the iconic underwater walls of Catalina Island with two scuba dives.
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Catalina Island is one of the Caribbean's memorable day-trip destinations from Punta Cana and Bavaro. Enjoy a full-day boat excursion combining underwater exploration, tropical scenery and time to relax on the island.
Certified divers can discover Catalina's underwater landscapes on two scuba dives, including renowned dive sites such as The Wall and El Acuario. Beginners can enjoy a scuba diving experience with professional instruction, subject to the requirements of the selected program.
Not planning to scuba dive? Snorkelers and non-diving companions can enjoy the Caribbean from the surface and experience the island according to the excursion itinerary. Catalina is an option for travelers with different interests who want to share a day on the water.
Discover Catalina Island's underwater landscapes, colorful coral reefs and Caribbean marine life. Certified divers can explore two dive sites, while snorkelers enjoy the reef environment from the surface.
The Wall is one of Catalina Island's signature underwater landscapes. Certified divers can explore dramatic reef formations, colorful coral, sponges and Caribbean marine life.
This area is also part of the snorkeling experience. Snorkelers can enjoy the reef from the surface while the dive team takes certified divers underwater.
El Acuario offers another underwater perspective of Catalina Island, with reef formations and tropical Caribbean marine life.
For certified divers on the two-dive itinerary, El Acuario is the second dive site after The Wall. Fish, sponges and rays may be seen during the exploration.
Enjoy a Caribbean boat excursion with scuba diving or snorkeling, time to relax and enjoy the island, lunch, and drinks with open bar. It's an experience for certified divers, beginners, snorkelers and companions who prefer to enjoy the day without scuba diving.
Choose the experience that suits you and confirm the details of your excursion with our team.
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Explore the clear Caribbean waters around Catalina Island and discover coral reefs, marine life and dramatic underwater scenery. Certified divers can enjoy two scuba dives, with dive sites selected according to current sea conditions, certification and experience level.
Whether you are discovering Catalina's underwater landscapes for the first time or returning as an experienced diver, this island excursion offers a memorable way to explore the Caribbean beneath the surface.
Your Catalina Island diving experience begins with a boat trip from Punta Cana or Bávaro toward the beautiful Caribbean waters around Catalina Island. The dive team selects the sites according to sea conditions, certification and experience level.
Certified divers enjoy two scuba dives, with time between dives to relax and enjoy the surroundings before continuing their underwater adventure.
Each Catalina dive site offers a different perspective on Caribbean marine life. Certified divers can explore two underwater environments on the same excursion, depending on sea conditions and the dive team's assessment.
Discover a dramatic underwater landscape where the reef drops into deeper Caribbean water. Coral formations, sponges, sea fans and tropical marine life create an impressive setting for certified divers.
The underwater profile and conditions can vary from day to day. Follow the dive team's instructions throughout the dive.
Explore another reef environment around Catalina Island, with tropical fish, coral formations and Caribbean marine life. It offers a different underwater perspective from The Wall.
On the planned two-dive itinerary, certified divers visit The Wall first and El Acuario second, subject to conditions and the dive team's decision.
Beneath the surface, Catalina Island reveals a colorful Caribbean reef filled with coral formations, large sponges, sea fans and tropical marine life.
From impressive reef structures to smaller creatures hidden among the coral, every dive offers a different view of Catalina's underwater environment.
Marine life and underwater visibility can vary according to the season, weather and current sea conditions.
Catalina Island is a popular scuba diving destination in the Dominican Republic. Its underwater sites, including The Wall and The Aquarium, offer divers the opportunity to explore Caribbean reef formations, tropical marine life and impressive underwater scenery.
Featured in published guides to the best scuba diving sites in the Dominican Republic, Catalina Island deserves a place on the itinerary of visitors looking to discover the Caribbean beneath the surface.
See the published ranking →Catalina Island offers experiences for certified scuba divers, beginners interested in an introductory dive, and visitors who prefer snorkeling. Choose the experience that matches your interests and experience level.
Explore Catalina's underwater sites on a two-dive experience. The Wall and El Acuario are possible dive sites, subject to sea conditions and the dive team's assessment.
Never scuba dived before? Ask about an introductory scuba diving experience with professional guidance. No previous scuba certification is required for an introductory dive, subject to the operator's requirements.
Enjoy Catalina Island without scuba diving. Snorkeling and time on the beach offer other ways to enjoy the Caribbean with your group.
Not sure which experience is right for you?
Explore Booking Options →Caribbean sea conditions can change from day to day. Catalina Island dive sites are selected according to visibility, sea state, current conditions and each diver's certification and experience level.
The dive team assesses the conditions before choosing the most appropriate available sites for the day. The planned itinerary may change when necessary for safety.
Visibility, currents and sea state help guide the dive plan.
Dive profiles are planned around divers' qualifications and experience.
The team selects suitable available sites for the day's conditions.
Everything you need to know before booking your Catalina Island scuba diving experience from Punta Cana or Bávaro.
Yes. This Catalina Island diving experience is designed for certified scuba divers. Your certification and diving experience are considered when planning the dives.
The experience includes two scuba dives around Catalina Island. The dive sites are selected according to current sea conditions, certification and diver experience.
The Wall and The Aquarium are among the best-known Catalina Island dive sites. The exact sites visited depend on the day's marine conditions and the certification and experience level of the divers.
Yes. Diving equipment is included for certified divers participating in the scuba diving experience.
Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included for guests who want to enjoy the Caribbean waters from the surface.
Yes. Food and refreshments are included as part of the Catalina Island experience.
Yes. Alcoholic beverages are available after the scuba diving activities have been completed.
Yes. Dive sites are selected according to current sea conditions, visibility, certification and diver experience. The final selection is made by the dive team for the conditions of the day.
Discover Caribbean reefs, marine life and Catalina's iconic underwater landscapes. Choose the diving experience that matches your certification and experience level from Punta Cana or Bávaro.
Certified diving, introductory experiences and snorkeling options may be available. Check the details before booking.
