Dive into the vibrant underwater world of Catalina Island with Punta Cana Scuba Diving's Shark Diving Tour. Experience iconic dive sites, expert guides, and a day filled with marine encounters and island relaxation.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate physical condition, comfortable with basic swimming and water activity endurance.
Wildlife
History
Catalina Island has been a popular dive site since the 1970s and holds significant cultural value for the local fisherman communities.
Conservation
Punta Cana Scuba Diving promotes sustainable practices by using reef-safe products and educating visitors on marine ecosystem preservation.
Punta Cana Scuba Diving
Dive into the vibrant underwater world of Catalina Island with Punta Cana Scuba Diving's Shark Diving Tour. Experience iconic dive sites, expert guides, and a day filled with marine encounters and island relaxation.
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.
Bring Your Certification Card
Certified divers must carry their dive certification cards to participate in open water dives at Catalina Island.
Arrive Well Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your dive to prevent dehydration, especially under the tropical sun.
Sun Protection is Key
Use reef-safe sunscreen and a sun hat for surface time and beach breaks to protect against strong Caribbean rays.
Motion Sickness Precaution
If you’re prone to seasickness, consider taking medication beforehand as the boat ride to Catalina may experience choppy waters.
Certified Dive Card
Needed to verify diving qualifications for advanced dives.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects skin from UV exposure while safeguarding marine life.
summer
Light Rash Guard
Provides extra sun protection and guards against jellyfish stings.
summer
Motion Sickness Medication
Helps alleviate seasickness on boat transfers to Catalina Island.
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