Dominican Republic
Catalina Island - Aquarium
About this Dive Site
Description
Dive into the vibrant 'Aquarium' at Catalina Island, a shallow reef paradise perfect for all skill levels. This sun-drenched site bursts with colorful reef fish, offering opportunities to spot graceful stingrays, elusive moray eels, and even curious reef sharks. It's an underwater spectacle that truly lives up to its name.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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, November, December, April, October
Jan
Excellent visibility, calm seas
Feb
Peak visibility, ideal for macro photography
Mar
Continued excellent conditions
Apr
Good visibility, warmer waters
More monthly highlights
May
Slight decrease in visibility due to plankton
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
Visibility improves, good for reef diving
Dec
Excellent visibility, calm seas
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