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Puerto Vallarta
is one of the top scuba diving destinations on the Pacific Coast
of the Americas. We have some of the greatest underwater treasures
here - coral, humpback whales, bottlenose dolphins, manta and
eagle rays, sea turtles, massive marlin and tuna, underwater caves
and rock formations, and of course, tons of tropical fish. Our
dives are with the premier dive shop in Puerto Vallarta, and a
divemaster will be with you in the water on all dives. Our dive
boats are small and fast. Best of all, we let YOU pick where you
want to dive! Check out our multi-day packages for savings
of up to 33%! Also see our
Scuba Diving FAQ's.
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Puerto Vallarta Scuba Diving FAQ's
Q: WHAT IS
THE WATER TEMPERATURE IN PUERTO VALLARTA?
A: During the summer months, the
water is bathtub warm, approaching 85°F. You often don't even
need a wetsuit at all. During the winter months, it cools down
significantly, and you often find temperatures dipping into the mid-to-high
60s. If you're diving during the winter months, you'll want your
5mm wetsuit if you have one. A shorty won't keep you warm.
In the summer, a shorty is fine, or just a swimsuit, depending on how
deep you'll be diving.
Q: WHAT IS
THE VISIBILITY LIKE?
A: The best visibility is found
during the summer months, when visibility can reach 100-130 feet.
During the winter months, you'll find it to be about 40-60 feet.
Q: I'M ONLY DIVING
ONE DAY - WHICH SITE SHOULD I CHOOSE?
A: Tough one - depends on your abilities
and timeframe. For the average diver, we recommend the Marietas
Islands. There are dives for all skill levels, and a huge variety
of marine life. If you're short on time, Los Arcos is the closest
to shore. If you're an experienced diver looking for pelagics,
we recommend El Morro. For lunch on a beach and relaxing in the
sun, Majahuitas is a good choice.
Q: HOW MANY SCUBA
DIVERS TO A DIVEMASTER?
A: Maximum 6 divers to a divemaster
(and to a boat) for El Morro, Corbetena, Chimo, and Las Marietas. Maximum
5 divers to a divemaster for Majahuitas and Los Arcos.
Q: I DON'T WANT
TO BE CROWDED - HOW MANY PEOPLE ON A BOAT?
A: At Chimo, El Morro, and Corbetena,
you're unlikely to find any other divers at your site. We'll take
a maximum of 6 divers out there (no snorkelers), and most shops don't
go out there often if at all, as they are quite far from shore.
At Marietas and Majahuitas, you may have a little company in the
water, as these are also popular sites for snorkelers, but we'll only
take six divers to Marietas. At Los Arcos and Majahuitas, the
boat is larger, and the site is very popular with snorkelers.
Of course, you'll be below them all in the water, but you will likely
share the boat with them. There will still be no more
than 5 divers to a divemaster.
Q: ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD
KNOW?
A: On rare occasions, it may be
necessary for your divemaster to switch dive sites due to issues
with visibility or water conditions. All dive shops in Puerto
Vallarta reserve this right. It is your dive team's first
responsibility to ensure your safety and well being, and they take
this responsibility very seriously. We thank you for your
understanding.
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