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Besides species like rays, sharks, barracudas, morays, lobsters, parrotfish, etc. you will have the opportunity to see unique species like the orange filefish, the batfish, the spotted cornetfish, or the impressive Cozumel splendid toadfish. [links]
– The great attraction of Caribbean diving is the possibility of seeing animal species impossible to find in other places of the planet. [links]
Caribbean ocean currents, rocky reefs, and tropical storms have created a trail of Caribbean wrecks that you can dive on. On the other hand, some wrecks have been voluntarily submerged to offer an even greater tourist attraction.
Marine life thrives around these wrecks, turning them into artificial reefs. Fish, plants, and other marine creatures conquer the old surfaces from bow to stern. They turn the cabins, masts, and decks into improvised underwater gardens.
– The seagrasses are the habitat of the Caribbean manatees.
In this article, we will explain what circumstances converge in its waters to make Caribbean scuba diving a dream come true.
Tortugas (which means Turtles in Spanish) is the most popular coral reef in Playa del Carmen and one of the most famous Caribbean Coral Reefs. The huge amount of turtles you can find there is the reason. In fact, it is a unique dive site where you can spot three of the most common Caribbean sea turtles during the same dive. Hawksbill turtles, Green turtles, and the huge Loggerhead turtles enjoy together this perfect habitat.
We cannot forget those amazing animals you can find only on specific seasons. During the warm months of the year (usually between June-September) is common to find a huge school of Tarpons at the end of the reef. Believe us, It is amazing to swim between them! During the cold months, when the water gets a bit cooler, it is common to see the eagle rays swimming around and, occasionally, you can also find the breathtaking bull sharks, mainly from November till early March. more
Are you planning your next scuba vacations? I’m sure you are wishing to jump again into the clear turquoise waters of the Caribbean Coral Reefs, don’t you? Then, you are in the right place to be. In this article, we tell you everything you need to know about the 9 best Caribbean coral reefs you shouldn’t miss. Let’s go scuba diving!
The reason why they may look like rocks is because they create shells made of calcium carbonate. However, you should resist the temptation to touch them, because they are fragile creatures, made up of colonies of tiny organisms.
There is a tiny island located about half a mile from Bonaire, called Klein Bonaire. It is completely surrounded by a coral reef, which has been designated a protected marine park. Because the island is uninhabited, it has some of the best undisturbed reef in the Caribbean. However, large marine animals usually don’t frequent Klein Bonaire’s waters, except for sea turtles. You will most likely see plentiful coral, large schools of fish, and a variety of sea sponges while diving at the island’s various sites. more
There’s nothing like seeing colorful sea creatures up close and personal, and the waters surrounding the Caribbean islands let you see them with ease. You’ll be hard-pressed to find murky water in the Caribbean Sea– clear, turquoise-hued water is what this ocean is known for.
Further south, Tobago offers an unusual hotspot of shark activity in the Caribbean Sea. Five dramatic pinnacles rise up from 130 feet, just kissing the surface. Covered in corals and circled by strong currents, this dive is not one to miss. here
Between June and September, the ultimate place to see majestic whale sharks is at Isla Mujeres, in Mexico. These breathtakingly huge behemoths grace the nutrient rich waters, where the Gulf of Mexico meets the Caribbean Sea. Hundreds of peaceful whale sharks congregate to feed, allowing divers and snorkelers close encounters of a magical kind.
Nurse sharks love chilling out around wrecks, so where better to visit than Grenada - the "Wreck Capital of the Caribbean".
Stingray City, on Grand Cayman, is unrivalled for seeing southern stingrays in their natural habitat. Divers calmly sit on the sand, while these beautiful creatures swoop around, getting very up close and personal. [links]
This island is known for great wreck diving, but add into that some big fish encounters and it makes for an enthralling dive trip. Don't miss out on the Hema I and the King Mitch on the south coast, to see nurse sharks, reef sharks, turtles, and squadrons of eagle rays. more