Full-Day Scuba Diving Catalina Island Tour from Bavaro

Name: Full-Day Scuba Diving Catalina Island Tour from Bavaro
Brand: Passion Paradise Adventures
SKU: 18359P4
Price: 130.50 USD
Rating: 3.5 (10 reviews)

La Romana, Dominican Republic

Scuba Diving Catalina Island Full Day Tour from Bavaro

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9 hours
Pickup offered
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore two of Dominican Republic's must-see scuba diving sites on this relaxing full-day Catalina Island tour from Bavaro. Journey into underwater worlds and swim among colorful tropical fish as you make your way through turquoise waters, coral and more. This tour includes refreshments and an open bar with ocean views, as well as a Dominican feast for lunch.

Full-Day Scuba Diving and Catalina Island Tour
Explore two dive sites with colorful coral and marine life
Enjoy the sights from the water as you travel by boat
Enjoy a freshly prepared meal on the beach
Convenient round-trip transportation from hotels included

What's Included

All diving equipment, including 2 tanks and weight belts
Moto catamaran boat trip
Professional PADI dive masters
Visit to beach on Catalina Island
Dominican BBQ feast
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments
Beach lounger
Round-trip hotel transfers

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Specialty beers (available to purchase)
Snacks (available to purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

09:30 AM

Pickup details

We pick up from all Hotels, villas and condors. Please stay the name of the hotel

What To Expect

Meet your PADI-certified dive team at the local marina and receive an important safety briefing before heading out into the tropical water on an unforgettable Catalina Island diving experience. Descend to depths ranging from 5m (16 ft) to 40m+ (131 ft) while your expert guides provide assistance and lifejackets should you need them. Discover natural sponges, sea fan coral, tropical fish, moray eel and more at a location known as "The Wall".

Travel to the next dive site, known locally as the "Aquarium", offering crystal-clear visibility and abounds with sea life. Look out for spiny lobster, sand stars, frogfish, and more before returning to the boat.

Once your two dives are complete you'll head to a private island beach, where you'll enjoy sunbathing and swimming, as well as an incredible Dominican lunch, complete with fresh-caught seafood (VIP package only) and local fruits. Indulge in cocktails from the open bar and gaze out over the pristine water as you listen to music and unwind in paradise. Your tour concludes with transport to the marina and bus transport to your hotel.

Passion Paradise Adventures

9 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Catalina Island

9 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Diver must have a PADI open water dive certification or better in order to dive with us
Not wheelchair accessible
Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving
Some medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor

Bring your bathing suit, sunblock, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, cash (for incidentals) and camera
Concerted effort will be given to cater to anyone with any disabilities, please advise at the time of booking to ensure proper information is given regarding any relevant disabilities
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews

3.5

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Long ride but great coral

Laura_M, Jan 2023

We were picked up on time, and taken to a gas station where we waited for almost an hour to get on a bus. The guides and drivers did not speak much English so we weren't sure what was going on most of the time. We got the boat, which was packed and there was no where to sit. At no point did anyone ask if we were snorkeling or diving. We had to speak up when we noticed that other's were getting ready to dive and the dive masters didn't know there were more divers and we had to show our tickets to prove we paid for diving. We were nervous because it was unimpressive so far, however Joel who we dove with was amazing. He did a great job reviewing things quickly with us. My mom who hadn't dove 30 years had trouble clearing her ears and he was able to help her. She was very impressed. We so many rays and a huge variety of coral. It was great diving. We did two dives then got to the island for lunch. We were able to eat, but it was pretty picked over and they were out of a few things. Then we got shuttled back to the big boat and headed back to dock. It took a long time to get back with the wind. Once we got to the dock, we had to just assume we went back up the stairs to where we were dropped of. The drivers didn't speak English. It took us over 2 hours to get back to our hotel, after 7:30pm. This is a full day like 12 hour tour if you do your transportation with them. It was disappointing that there was not more communication. If we had known how long the transportation would take, we would have taken a taxi to save out time. It was also a shame that the boat was so full, and we spent a lot of time sitting on the boat getting to and from the island, which was uncomfortable since it was packed. Joel the dive master saved the trip!! We loved the diving.

THE WORST EXPERIANCE OF MY LIFE AND A COMPLETE WAIST OF A DAY OF MY VACATION DAY,,,

Craig_T, Mar 2021

I will be calling someone to review the situation that happened on this tour as there isn't enough characters allowed in this text box to explain. this was by far the worst excursion i have ever gone on in my life.. i will call tomorrow to review with management as i want something done regarding this . I WAS FEAFUL FOR MY FAMILIES SAFETY MANY TIMES NOT JUST REGARDING COVID EITHER..

Nice dive, but dive master was left wanting.

Trevor_L, Mar 2020

We were staying at a Punta Cana hotel and the bus was 1/2 hour late. During the drive, we made three stops and transferred vehicles. We made the 120km trip to Catalina in 2 and a half hours. When we arrived we were bustled onto a very nice boat with a group of snorkellers, the scuba equipment appeared to be good quality, (I have my own so didn't use any) and the crew prepared it for their clients. They also prepped my personal gear, but I had to assist anyway because they weren't familiar with the elaborate self-contained BCD. Once in the water, I found the visibility and the flora and fauna to be much superior to that of the Punta Cana area which is pretty much dead. However, I was rather disappointed with my fellow divers' disregard for the environment. Being a certified divemaster I prefer to take up the tail end of the group so I can keep an eye out for trouble with other divers and be ready to assist. Our group of 5 other divers was quite inexperienced and I repeatedly had to pull one guy off the coral that he was standing on to pose for pictures, another time he was going much too deep and putting himself at risk. Eventually, my patience wore thin and I decided that if he's going to end up killing himself, so be it. Then, there was a couple who held hands the entire duration of the dive. She had a death grip on her husband's hand because she was so scared. That's all well and good, I applaud her courage to overcome her fears, but by the end of the dive, they had lost contact with the rest of the group. The dive guide and three others had already surfaced, but this couple was still on the bottom, completely lost. When I came to realise their predicament I checked their pressure which was well below 500 psi, so I indicated we should surface. The meal on the beach was decent. A buffet-style meal with rice, chicken, pork, veggies, alcoholic drinks or fish for your meal was an additional charge. We returned to the boat, docked, and rode the mini-van bus 2 hours back to our hotel. In essence, the ride was long but tolerable, the equipment was good quality, the boat was very nice, the meal was delicious and the underwater sights were typical for the Caribbean. The point of this is that the dive guide was completely oblivious to the skill levels of his charges. He did not ensure that they remained safe, followed the dive briefing, or were even accounted for before he surfaced. Everything else might have been great, but the most important safety aspect, the dive master, was essentially useless.

Best trip

Jose_T, May 2019

Very knowledgeable, fun, and entertaining. The diving was amazing and the dive master was able to point out amazing fish and rays. Drinks provided were excellent and the beach and food was too. Overall 10/10 would recommend.

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Leonel_O, Mar 2023

Excelente esperiencia La atención de los busos guias impresionante El ir a la playa a descansar y comer Altamente recomendable