Become a certified PADI Open Water Diver with Punta Cana Scuba Diving in Bayahíbe’s Caribbean waters. Personalized training and unforgettable ocean dives await.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic physical fitness and comfort in water to manage diving tasks and equipment.
Wildlife
History
Bayahíbe has been a fishing village since the early 20th century, evolving into a diving hub due to its rich marine biodiversity.
Conservation
Local dive operators actively promote reef-safe practices and participate in coral restoration to protect Bayahíbe’s underwater ecosystems.
Punta Cana Scuba Diving
Become a certified PADI Open Water Diver with Punta Cana Scuba Diving in Bayahíbe’s Caribbean waters. Personalized training and unforgettable ocean dives await.
Punta Cana Scuba Diving operates from Bayahíbe, La Altagracia, offering guided dives, snorkel trips, fishing charters and PADI training programs. The operation provides a range of structured courses — including PADI Open Water, Advanced Open Water and Scuba Diver programs — plus Discover Scuba sessions for first-time divers. Instruction emphasizes safety, personalized coaching and gradual skill progression with confined-water practice and open-ocean dives.
Day trips and private charters run to local highlights such as Catalina Island and Saona Island, with dedicated stops for snorkeling at Starfish Cay, shipwreck exploration at the Atlantic Princess, and reef dives like Peñon Reef. Wreck-focused charters visit the St. George and Atlantic Princess wrecks to experience marine life and coral growth around historic structures. Private 3-tank dive charters, half-day dives, afternoon and night dives are available to match differing schedules and experience levels.
The team organizes fishing opportunities including specialized charters and mixed-activity days. Equipment, boat support, and buffet lunches or snacks are arranged on many full-day trips. Punta Cana Scuba Diving positions itself as a local dive provider focused on professional instruction, safe operations, tailored private charters and accessible snorkeling for families and certified divers visiting the Dominican Republic coast.
Location
Bayahíbe, La Altagracia
Base of operations on the east coast
Certifications
PADI Courses
Open Water to Advanced training
Tours Offered
18 Experiences
Diving, snorkeling, fishing and courses
Private Charters
Available
Private snorkeling and dive options
Reserve a PADI course, private charter or snorkel tour to Catalina, Saona or Starfish Cay — expert instruction and local knowledge ready to guide every trip.
Complete Online Knowledge Preparation
Start the theoretical portion before arrival to maximize your in-water training time.
Stay Hydrated Before Diving
Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration, which can negatively impact dive safety.
Pack Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming marine ecosystems during surface intervals.
Communicate Clearly with Your Instructor
Don’t hesitate to ask questions or express concerns during training to build confidence underwater.
Mask and Snorkel
Provides clear underwater vision and easy breathing on the surface during training and dives.
Wetsuit (3mm shorty)
Protects against temperature variation and minor abrasions in the tropical sea.
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Needed to protect skin without damaging delicate coral ecosystems during surface intervals.
summer
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated before and after dives enhances safety and comfort.
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