This dive site, Bavaro, is a key part of the Dominican Republic's largest reef system, shared with Punta Cana. Divers can explore extensive coral gardens and natural underwater passageways, offering straightforward and enjoyable navigation through a vibrant Caribbean environment. The site is generally calm, making it accessible and pleasant for all levels.
The diverse marine life includes typical Caribbean species such as nurse and reef sharks, and there's a possibility of encountering majestic eagle rays, green sea turtles, and various stingrays. The reef teems with an abundance of colorful fish, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper, all thriving amidst healthy coral formations.
With a maximum depth of 13 meters and an average of 6 meters, Bavaro is an excellent site for divers of all experience levels, particularly beginners seeking a relaxed and rich underwater experience. Its shallow, clear waters also make it highly suitable for snorkeling and freediving, providing fantastic opportunities to observe the rich marine ecosystem from the surface or with breath-hold techniques.
