ABOUT DIVING:

All diving takes place in a trio of marine reserves located along the western coast of the island, which is protected from the prevailing trade winds and surf. Dives start close to shore on a narrow coastal shelf or nearby pinnacles. Dramatic topographies are common, while some sites offer more gradual slopes and shallow reefs. Coral cover and fish life benefit from protection and remain among the healthiest in the Caribbean. Water temperatures range between 21 ° C and 27 ° C

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TIPS FOR DIVING:

Improve your buoyancy and adjustment skills to comply with marine park no-touch policies. Take in the great views and then zoom in for a closer look at the cracks, holes, and ledges. Schedule a night dive for a more macro life.

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THE BEST PLACES TO DIVE:

Pinnacles like Scotts Head, Dangleben's, and Soufriere provide a spectacular backdrop for multi-level dives. Crater's Edge and Point Break are among the most fishy sites on the island. The geothermal sands at Pointe Ronde or Hot Sophia and the escaping gas bubbles at Champagne Reef are evidence of the island's volcanic origins. When the weather permits, the suburbs and the village offer bigger sponges and bigger fish.

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WHAT TO PACK FOR DIVING?

If you plan on looking for macro life, pack a fish identification book, a small light to illuminate crevices, and a dung bar to use as a stabilizing anchor when you move in for a closer look or a photo.

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DIVING IN DOMINICA

Dominica, known as the island of nature, is a land of great beauty. The same goes for what lies below, where the island's high peaks and deep valleys are reflected in spectacular drop-offs, steep walls and underwater canyons. Volcanic origins are evident in a seascape riddled with pinnacles, swims, and bubbling fumaroles, while the nation's commitment to conservation is evident in the wealth of marine life and healthy hard and soft corals that thrive within a trio. of marine reserves. Little treasures, from seahorses and frogfish to a plethora of invertebrates, await the keen diver and avid macro photographer. The calm waters invite everyone, but the excitement is close to the shore, where the big animals swim.