

Best for intermediate divers, 18-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Airport Puerto Plata is a reef and wall site located 500 metres off the coast of the Dominican Republic. The topography features a drop-off that transitions from 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. This site requires boat access and is suited for intermediate divers due to the potential for mild currents that can strengthen at the drop-off edge. Night diving is available. Divers should remain vigilant for boat traffic when surfacing and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks on the seabed. Facilities including air fills, showers, and rinse stations are available at the departure point.
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Current can strengthen without much warning at the drop-off edge, so stay close to your divemaster and confirm conditions with the boat crew before descending. All the main facilities, including showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station, are available at the departure point, so there is no need to rush post-dive.
Located on the north coast of the Dominican Republic, 25 km east of Puerto Plata and 50 meters from the shores of Sosua Beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the depth and the potential for currents to strengthen at the drop-off edge.
The site ranges from 18 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 24 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 500 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 18 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Divers should be aware of potential strong currents, surf, and boat traffic. Always stay close to your divemaster and avoid contact with sharp coral and rocks.
Diving at Airport Puerto Plata in Sosua requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Airport Puerto Plata in Sosua. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Airport Puerto Plata in Sosua typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Airport Puerto Plata in Sosua typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.