Dominican Republic
Astron Wreck
About this Dive Site
Description
Dive into history at the Astron Wreck in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the resting place of a Russian freighter that met its fate in the 1970s. This partially submerged wreck is now a thriving artificial reef, adorned with coral formations and sponges, and teeming with a diverse array of fish.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Jan
Humpback whale sightings begin offshore
Feb
Peak humpback whale season
Mar
Humpback whale season winding down
May
Slight increase in plankton
More monthly highlights
Jun
Sargassum seaweed can start appearing
Jul
Sargassum seaweed can be present
Aug
Sargassum seaweed can be present
Sep
Sargassum seaweed can be present
Oct
Sargassum seaweed usually recedes
Nov
Whale shark sightings possible offshore
Dec
Humpback whale sightings begin offshore
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