Playita Suggest edit

Dominican Republic Suggest · Samaná Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

December to AprilBest months

26.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–27.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Playita is a picturesque dive site located in the Samaná region of the Dominican Republic, known for its vibrant marine life and beautiful coral formations. The site offers divers a chance to explore a variety of underwater landscapes, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels.

The dive features a mix of coral reefs and sandy bottoms, with opportunities to see a diverse range of fish species and other marine creatures. The site is often characterized by calm waters, making it an enjoyable experience for divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for coral, macro for small fish

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