
1 / 10Catalina Island With Scuba Diving - Full Day Tour
About this activity
Spend a full day exploring Catalina Island, one of the Dominican Republic's premier diving and snorkeling destinations, with two guided dives at iconic reef sites plus beach time and a traditional Dominican lunch. This all-inclusive catamaran adventure combines world-class underwater exploration with island relaxation.
Catalina Island is recognized as one of the best snorkeling and scuba diving destination in Dominican Republic.
Catalina Island Scuba Diving is an exciting adventure tour that includes the option to Scuba Dive and Snorkel at Catalina Island, Dominican Republic.
Our tour begins with a scenic drive to La Romana, were guests will board a comfortable two story catamaran and depart to Catalina. Our first stop 'The Wall' is an impressive coral wall that extends to the Caribbean Sea. Our second dive site will be 'the Aquarium,' an enjoyable dive where divers may encounter lobsters, yellow stingrays and moray eels. After diving we will stop by the island, where a delicious Dominican style BBQ lunch awaits. Guests will have free time to relax and explore the island until 3:00 PM. Our transport will be waiting for you in La Romana to take you back to the hotel!
Each dive lasts 30 minutes to 45 minutes.
Highlights
- ✓Dive 'The Wall'—a stunning coral formation dropping into the Caribbean
- ✓Explore 'the Aquarium' with encounters of lobsters, stingrays, and moray eels
- ✓Two 30–45 minute guided dives with certified instruction
- ✓Catamaran journey from La Romana with two-story comfort
- ✓Authentic Dominican-style BBQ lunch on the island
- ✓Afternoon beach time to swim, snorkel, or relax
Insider tips
- ★Book in advance if you're a beginner—staff can assess your level and pair you with appropriate dive sites
- ★Bring a GoPro or underwater camera; the coral wall and fish life are highly photogenic
- ★Wear reef-safe sunscreen; the island's ecosystem is protected and fragile
- ★Arrive early at the La Romana meeting point to secure a good spot on the catamaran's upper deck
Good to know
- •10-hour total duration includes 90 minutes of driving and sailing; plan accordingly for hotel pickups
- •Lunch (Dominican BBQ) is included; inform guides of dietary restrictions in advance
- •Bring a light cover-up, towel, and change of clothes; bring water shoes for rocky shoreline areas
- •Certification not required for snorkeling; divers must show certification or be paired with an instructor
- •Weather-dependent: tours may be rescheduled if sea conditions are unsafe
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Visit November to April for calmest seas and best visibility (25–40m). Mornings offer the flattest water and clearest light for photography; tours depart early to maximize bottom time at peak conditions.











