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Experience a different side of Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is a scuba diver's paradise. The island's year-round warm weather and diverse range of dive sites make it an ideal destination for divers of all skill levels.

Explore vibrant coral reefs, visit underwater caverns, or take a boat ride to experience unforgettable diving.

Why go scuba diving in Puerto Rico?

Scuba divers will find an abundance of marine life in Puerto Rico's blue waters and easily accessible dive sites. Comfortable diving is possible year-round in Puerto Rico, with average water temperatures around 80º F (27ºC).

Local dive centers provide dive tours and scuba courses in both Spanish and English. Dive guides and instructors are certified by globally recognized organizations such as SSI, PADI, and NAUI.

As one would expect from a Caribbean island, Puerto Rico's reefs are adorned with a variety of corals and sponges. Marine life sightings include nurse sharks, rays, parrot fish, French angelfish, trumpetfish, moray eels, flounders, lobsters, sea turtles, barracuda, dolphins, and whales, to name a few.

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Where to dive in Puerto Rico?

With over 100 dive sites, you’ll have plenty to explore! Puerto Rico boasts enchanting dive sites all around its north, south, east, and west coasts. In addition to plenty of shore-accessible reef dives, scuba divers can explore Puerto Rico's cays, caverns, and wrecks.

The ocean is calling. Ready to dive?

Dive in Puerto Rico is your ultimate guide to discovering dive sites and planning your next diving adventure. We've got you covered—whether you're new to scuba diving, a certified diver, are based in Puerto Rico, or visiting from abroad.

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Thinking of diving in Puerto Rico?

Check out our resources and articles as you prepare for your next dive. Or send us your questions about diving in Puerto Rico.

Get to know marine life

Practice your marine life ID skills and get to know some of the remarkable creatures in Puerto Rico's waters.

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