Puerto Plata Suggest edit

Dominican Republic Suggest · Puerto Plata Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 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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Puerto Plata is a popular dive destination located on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic. Known for its vibrant marine life and coral reefs, it offers a variety of dive sites suitable for different skill levels.

Diving in Puerto Plata typically features colorful coral reefs, diverse fish species, and occasional wreck dives. The underwater topography includes walls and shallow reefs, providing a rich diving experience.

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: Both Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for coral and marine life.

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