This dive site is suitable for experienced divers. It presents opportunities for both skill development and enjoyable deep dives. Divers should be comfortable with deeper conditions. Bringing flashlights is recommended as visibility may be limited. Please note that this spring is located on private property, so respect the owner's rules and boundaries.
Paradise Springs
Prehistoric freshwater cavern dive for experienced divers.
Shore Access
25m Avg Depth
42m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Fair
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
cavernadvanced onlyfossilsfreshwatergeological formation
Marine Life
Turtle
Mola Mola
Catfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Requires comfort with deep dives, overhead environments, and potentially limited visibility within the cavern.
Hazards:
depth
Current Strength:
Mild
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