We track 84 dive operators in Dominican Republic. 31 teach certification courses (31 PADI, 12 SSI). 40 run snorkelling trips. 1 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Punta Cana, with 11. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 84. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pelicano Sport | 4.3(80) | none | $160 | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 84 dive operators in Dominican Republic, with the biggest cluster around Punta Cana. 31 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (31 centres), followed by SSI (12). NAUI, IANTD also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $50 to $160 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
1 operator in Dominican Republic offers accommodation alongside diving.
40 of the 84 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Pelicano Sport is a dive operator based in Punta Cana with centers at the Ocean Blue & Sands and VIK Arena Blanca hotels. They offer scuba diving courses, guided dives to local reefs and shipwrecks, and various water excursions including snorkeling and boat trips.
Blue Dreams Diving is a small family-run dive center located in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic. They offer guided dives for certified divers and a variety of SSI training courses ranging from beginner programs to professional levels.
Dressel Divers is a well-established dive center with multiple locations, including one in the Dominican Republic. They offer a full range of PADI courses, guided dives, and equipment rental, catering to all levels of divers. They are known for their professional service and safety standards.
Dominican Divers is a highly-rated sports activity location in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, with a 5-star rating from 269 reviews. They are open daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
SCUBA CARIBE is a dive center in Bayahibe offering a range of diving and snorkeling services. They provide guided dives, PADI courses, and equipment rental. The company operates from a location on an unnamed road in Bayahibe.
Scuba Libre is a dive center located in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. They offer PADI courses, guided dives, and snorkeling tours. They are known for their experienced instructors and their ability to cater to divers of all levels.
Caribbean Divers is a dive center located in Boca Chica, Dominican Republic, with a perfect 5-star rating from 78 reviews. They operate daily from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Sosua Diving Center provides scuba diving and snorkeling excursions on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. The operator offers a variety of diving courses and organizes private tours to local reefs and shipwrecks.
Blue Tang Divers is a dive shop located in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and offer wheelchair accessible parking and entrance. They accept credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Diwa Dominicana is a five star PADI dive center located on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic. The operator provides scuba training and guided snorkeling and diving excursions in Puerto Plata and Sosua Bay.
| 2 | Blue Dreams Diving | 5.0(153) | none | $79 | SSI | Visit |
| 3 | Dressel Divers | 4.6(350) | 4.5 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Dominican Divers | 5.0(269) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 5 | Scuba Caribe | 4.8(206) | 4.5 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Scuba Libre | 4.5(200) | 4.5 | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 7 | Caribbean Divers | 5.0(78) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 8 | Sosua Diving Center | 5.0(370) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
