

Best for beginner divers, 7m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Coral Garden in La Romana is a reef and wall site featuring an artificial reef structure. The site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 12 metres and a maximum depth of 7 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 27C and 29C. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, smooth trunkfish, blue tang, groupers, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, round stingray, snake eel, sergeants, slippery dick, yellowtail snapper, goatfish, lizardfish, queen conch, and schoolmaster snapper. Hazards include lionfish, sharp coral, and the potential for strong currents. Access is available by both shore and boat.
18.72820, -68.44930
The site is located 5 minutes from Playa Blanca on the coast of Punta Cana.
Accessible by boat from Punta Cana.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, smooth trunkfish, blue tang, groupers, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, round stingray, snake eel, sergeants, slippery dick, yellowtail snapper, goatfish, lizardfish, queen conch, and schoolmaster snapper.
Yes, Coral Garden is considered suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The site has an average depth of 12 metres and a maximum depth of 7 metres.
Access to Coral Garden is available by both shore and boat.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Coral Garden in Punta Cana requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Coral Garden in Punta Cana. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Divers at Coral Garden in Punta Cana should be aware of lionfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Coral Garden in Punta Cana typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Coral Garden in Punta Cana typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.