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Scuba Diving Holidays In Cuba Atlantic and Caribbean meet in Cuba, a fascinating country; not least for it's diving facilities which are improving year on year, and offer some of the best wreck diving to be had in the Americas. Country Description The largest of the Caribbean Greater Antilles, Cuba probably best know for Fidel Castro, Communism, cigars an the infamous bay of Pigs incident. However, thanks to efforts of the Cuban authorities tourism a growth industry with dive spots off the Isla de la Juventud promising numerous wrecks. Diving Description Thanks to the Islands position of being surrounded by the Atlantic to the north and the Caribbean to the south, you will find a wide variety of dives to suit all levels of ability in Cuba. . The waters are warm and clear, and are teaming with marine life. The island's entire shoreline promises canyons, caves reefs, wells and wrecks. Most spots can be reached from shore, while some can be accessed via a short boat ride. Dive Sites Isla de la Juventud Isla de la Juventud or the Isle of Youth is the most popular dive destination in Cuba. It lies off the Southwest coast. Dives here are renowned for their pristine coral and large numbers of reef fish. El Cristobal Colon Off the southeast coast of Cuba you can dive the wreck of El Cristobal Colon, a 6,800-tonne armoured cruiser that was attacked and sunk during the 1898 Spanish-American war. The shallowest part of the wreck lies at 12m, while the deepest can be found at 30m. The wreck is covered in worms, sponges and hydroids, while fish are plentiful. Varadero Lying 180km easy of Havana, Varadero promises many wrecks and coral reefs. In 1990 four boats and an aeroplane were sunk in a circle at a depth of 15-30m. They are starting to be colonised and promise to become a first class dive site in a few years. Other info You will need a tourist card as well as a valid passport to gain entry into Cuba. Getting out costs as well. Departure tax of US £20 is payable before you leave. |
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