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Diving in Puerto Plata & Sosúa

Explore diving in Puerto Plata & Sosúa

Diving on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic is far different from that of the southern coast. The Atlantic Ocean tends to be rougher than the Caribbean Sea and many of the dive sites are deeper. However, Sosúa offers a unique environment that makes Atlantic diving accessible to even the most novice divers.

Here current is minimal and most of the colorful coral reefs are shallow enough for Open Water divers. There are also deeper walls, reefs and wrecks for advanced divers. Anything outside of the confines of the bay, such as dive sites closest to Puerto Plata, are subject to harsh currents and reserved for divers with plenty of experience. Tec divers may also wish to explore the inland freshwater cave system.

When to dive in Puerto Plata & Sosúa

Puerto Plata and Sosúa enjoy a hot and humid climate year-round. Air temperatures during the summer months range from 77-85°F (25-30°C) while water temperatures are 79-83°F (26-28°C). Air temperatures during the winter months range from 70-80°F (21-26°C) while water temperatures are 75-79°F (24-26°C).

December to May is the dry season in Puerto Plata and Sosúa. During these summer months, you can expect sunny, hot and mildly humid conditions. At this time of year, winter squalls move through the northern coast creating rough sea and heavy surges.

From December to April every year, humpback whales migrate near the island to calve and begin another mating season. The males put on a spectacular show.

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Common marine life sightings for Puerto Plata & Sosúa

More Information

Puerto Plata is home to its own international airport known as Gregorio Luperón International Airport. This port of entry lies about 15 minutes from downtown and welcomes flights from most North American cities.

Time Zone
UTC-04:00
Phone
+1829
Currency
DOP
Voltage
120 V
Pressure
Pounds/square inch (psi)
Plug
A, B
Languages
Spanish; Castilian
1st Stage
INT / Yoke / K
Domestic airports
Gregorio Luperon Intl (POP)
International airports
Gregorio Luperon Intl (POP)
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