Dominican Republic among the best Caribbean countries for diving: here’s where to go

It is not surprising that the Dominican Republic is among the best Caribbean countries for scuba diving, as it is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and the Caribbean Sea to the south. 

With this geographical location, the catalog of attractions in its marine depths is significantly expanded, offering a diversity of natural settings that enrich the diving experience.

Over time, the country has established itself as an increasingly attractive destination for divers seeking to appreciate coral reefs, tropical fish, shipwrecks, and, in more extreme cases, swim with sharks.

This variety of experiences has helped strengthen the Dominican Republic’s reputation in adventure and nature tourism.

The tour operator Divers Team recently included the country on its list of favorite Caribbean diving destinations, ranking it ninth out of 10. 

That ranking includes destinations such as San Andrés, in Colombia; Cozumel, in Mexico; the Blue Hole in Belize; Jardines de la Reina, in Cuba; Bonaire; Grand Cayman; Saba; Roatán, in Honduras; and the Bahamas, with the Dominican Republic standing out for the diversity of its underwater ecosystems.

For its part, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), considered the most important diving organization worldwide, highlights on its website that diving in the Dominican Republic is an ideal activity for beginners, advanced divers, and underwater photographers alike. 

The entity notes that marine life includes turtles, rays, moray eels, reef sharks, and vibrantly colored tropical fish, and that warm waters, good visibility, and easily accessible sites are also present.

According to the organization, dives in Dominican territory usually include coral reefs, underwater caves, impressive walls, and historic shipwrecks, distributed across different areas of the country with multiple dive sites.