Best for advanced divers, 30-37m, boat entry, mild current.
Salinas is a deep-water site off the coast of the Dominican Republic featuring a combination of reef and wreck structures. Divers explore depths ranging from 30 to 37 metres, with an average depth of 34 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for advanced divers due to the significant depth and associated risks of nitrogen narcosis and decompression. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, while currents remain mild. Divers must navigate sharp coral formations and monitor their gas supply closely. Due to boat traffic in the area, the use of a surface marker buoy is essential during ascent.
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Boat traffic in the area is a genuine consideration, so deploy your SMB early on ascent and never surface without one. Confirm your dive operator carries sufficient bottom gas for a conservative ascent from 37 metres, particularly if decompression diving is on the table.
Located 30 km east of Santo Domingo.
Recorded at this site
Depth
30-37m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site ranges from 30 to 37 metres deep, with an average depth of 34 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the significant depth and the requirement for careful gas management and decompression planning.
Access to this site is by boat only, as it is located approximately 1000 metres from the shore.
Key hazards include the significant depth, potential for nitrogen narcosis, decompression requirements, sharp coral, and active boat traffic in the area.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling as the structures are located at depths between 30 and 37 metres.
Diving at Salinas in Boca Chica requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Salinas in Boca Chica. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Salinas in Boca Chica typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Salinas in Boca Chica typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
