2-Tank Dive

Scuba Diving at Catalina Island from Punta Cana

Discover Catalina Island scuba diving from Punta Cana on a full-day 2-tank adventure at The Wall and The Aquarium, with professional dive guidance, equipment, lunch and Caribbean beach time.

Duration 8 hours
Languages English, Spanish
From $180 per adult

Overview

Discover one of the most exciting Catalina Island scuba diving experiences in the Dominican Republic on a full-day dive tour from Punta Cana. Designed for certified or experienced divers whose eligibility is confirmed by the operator, this Caribbean diving adventure combines two distinct underwater sites, professional dive support, tropical marine life and relaxing beach time on Catalina Island.

Your Catalina Island scuba diving tour begins with transportation from Punta Cana toward the departure area, followed by equipment preparation and guidance from the professional dive team. The first major dive site is The Wall, one of Catalina Island’s signature scuba locations. Descend alongside a dramatic coral formation where sponges, reef structures and colorful tropical marine life create a spectacular underwater landscape. Dive depth is adapted to certification, experience and operating conditions.

Continue to The Aquarium, a shallower Catalina Island dive site known for clear Caribbean water, coral gardens and opportunities to encounter marine species such as moray eels, lobsters, stingrays and tropical reef fish. The contrast between The Wall and The Aquarium makes this 2-tank Catalina Island diving tour an excellent way to experience two different underwater environments in a single day.

After your dives, enjoy time on Catalina Island to relax near the beach, swim and recharge with an included Caribbean-style lunch and selected refreshments according to the day’s operation. The combination of scuba diving, island scenery and beach relaxation makes this excursion ideal for travelers searching for a complete Punta Cana scuba diving day trip rather than a short local dive.

Whether Catalina Island is already on your Dominican Republic itinerary or you are specifically looking for the best scuba diving near Punta Cana, this full-day adventure offers a convenient way to experience two of the region’s best-known dive sites with organized transportation, diving equipment and professional guidance.

Experience Highlights

Two Catalina Island Dive Sites

Dive The Wall and The Aquarium, two of Catalina Island’s most famous dive sites.

Dive the Famous Catalina Wall

Explore coral formations and dramatic terrain at depths suited to your certification.

The Aquarium Reef Dive

Enjoy a shallow Caribbean reef dive with colorful corals and tropical marine life.

Professional Dive Guidance

Relax on Catalina Island with beach time, Caribbean-style lunch, and selected drinks.

What’s Included

  • Round-trip transportation from selected Punta Cana hotel areas
  • Full-day Catalina Island scuba diving excursion
  • Two guided scuba dives at The Wall and The Aquarium
  • Use of standard scuba diving equipment
  • Professional certified scuba instructor or dive guide
  • Catalina Island beach time
  • Caribbean-style lunch and selected beverages according to the daily operation

What’s Not Included

  • Professional underwater photos and videos
  • Towels
  • Items or services not specifically listed as included

Tour Itinerary

01

Pickup from Punta Cana

Meet the transportation team at your confirmed hotel or pickup point and travel toward the Catalina Island departure area.

02

Dive Preparation and Safety Briefing

Meet the professional dive team, prepare your equipment and review the dive plan, certification requirements and safety procedures.

03
Approximately 30–45 minutes underwater

First Dive – The Wall

Dive along Catalina Island’s famous Wall, exploring coral formations and tropical marine life at a depth appropriate to certification and operating conditions.

04
Approximately 30–45 minutes underwater

Second Dive – The Aquarium

Continue with a second dive at The Aquarium, a shallower reef area known for clear water, coral gardens and Caribbean marine life.

05

Catalina Island Beach and Lunch

Relax on Catalina Island after the dives, enjoy the beach and have the included Caribbean-style lunch and selected refreshments.

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Return to Punta Cana

Travel back from the departure area to your original Punta Cana hotel or confirmed drop-off point.

What to Bring

  • Valid scuba certification card or proof of required diving experience as requested by the operator
  • Swimwear and towel
  • Biodegradable sunscreen
  • Comfortable change of clothes
  • Waterproof case for personal belongings

What to Know

  • This scuba diving excursion is intended for certified or suitably experienced divers; final participation requirements are confirmed by the dive operator before departure.
  • Dive depth and the exact sequence of The Wall and The Aquarium may vary according to certification level, sea conditions and daily operations.
  • Each dive normally lasts approximately 30 to 45 minutes, depending on air consumption, conditions and the dive plan.
  • Guests must follow all instructions provided by the professional dive team and meet the operator’s fitness-to-dive requirements.
  • Weather or sea conditions may require changes to dive sites, departure times or the day’s itinerary.

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Tour Pricing From US$180 / adult
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