Viva Shallow Suggest edit

Dominican Republic Suggest · La Altagracia Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

December to MayBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Viva Shallow is a popular dive site located near La Romana and Saona Island, known for its vibrant marine life and beautiful coral formations. The site offers a variety of underwater landscapes suitable for divers of different skill levels.

Divers can expect to see colorful coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, and possibly larger marine species. The shallow depths make it an excellent site for both novice divers and those looking to enjoy a leisurely dive.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens for coral shots, and be mindful of lighting conditions.

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