Punta Cana

Punta Cana lies at the easternmost point of the Dominican Republic. Punta Cana Internacional airport is located there. Punta Cana sports a beautiful lagoon and ocean caves. As this destination is famous for its shallow waters, it is an exciting destination for novice divers. At the same time, the country’s longest reef, oldest shipwrecks, low coral archways and deeper caverns can be fascinating for experienced divers in this part of the Dominican Republic.

Most popular dive sites

The most popular sites for beginners include El Nie, El Parque and the Shallows, La Cueva with lots of diversity at a safe depth. Experienced divers can enjoy Monica Wreck, with its railway cargo, Astron Wreck, a 300ft/120m-long freighter, a St George Wreck, and a freshwater cavern at Laguna Pepe.