 Travel to Cuba with A. Nash Travel Inc.
Scuba Diving in Cuba
Cuba is a diver's paradise! With the Atlantic Ocean to the North and the Caribbean Sea to the South, Cuba's pristine dive sites are spread over 3,250 miles of coast including keys and islets.
Within one of the largest and least explored coral reefs in the world, divers can experience caves, tunnels and a phenomenal range of seascapes ... home of dozens of sunken Spanish galleons surrounded by barracudas, rays, whale sharks, turtles, tarpons, damsels, drums, bigeyes, moray eels, parrot fish, snappers, tiger fish, gobies and wrasses. Many of the sites, particularly in the south, are still unexplored.
When choosing a resort you would be wise to consider the weather. The south and west coasts of Cuba are calm all winter (November to April) and the north coast is quieter in the summer (May to September). You'll have the best chance of finding optimum conditions if you pick the right coast in the right season. You needn't worry about sharks in Cuban waters as attacks are extremely rare.
Spearfishing is strictly controlled. Spearguns and gigs are not allowed through customs.
Cuban diving instructors are recognized by the CMAS (World Cconfederation of Subaquatic Activities) and only European-made 12- or 15- lite tanks are used. Dive equipment available in Cuba is generally of a high quality and tends to be by Mares, Sherwood and Cressi-Sub. There are decompression chambers at Cardenas, at the Naval Hospital in Habana del Este, and at the Hotel Colony on the Isle of Youth. Other resorts have emerdency arrangements with the Cuban Air Force to fly divers to the nearest chamber.
A. Nash Travel works in conjunction with Caribbean Diving Center LTD., and Puertosol, whose highly trained personnel are unconditionally committed to their work and the safety and comfort of our clients. The quality of the dive operations is as high as almost anywhere in the Caribbean.
Our goal is to help you discover and enjoy the Cuban underwater world while encouraging the development of an eco-adventure intended to respect and protect all marine life and its natural environment.
A. Nash Travel can help you with every aspect of your dive holiday. We offer both custom tailored planning as well as established tour packages and certification programs. Regardless of the location or time available, we can arrange a sensible diving package for you.
Imagine yourself silently floating by magnificent coral formations, sponges and gorgonians in crystal-clear waters with water temperatures averaging 82F with visibility over 100ft. Then, decide where you want to go and how long you would like to visit. We'll do the rest!
SCUBA DIVING PRICES
Cuba's International Dive Centers
(If you have your accommodation aleady, you can purchase just your diving from us. Or, we can put together a package that includes diving and accomodation).
| Destination | Diving Centre
Diving Zone and Description | # of Dives | Price (Cdn.) | Instructors | Closest Accomodation |
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Cayo Coco
(Scuba Cayo Coco) | Approximately 21 dive sites
20 miles of coral reefs. Depths range from 2 to 40 metres. Diversity
and abundant sea life make diving in this area a unique experience. | 2 | $100 | Certified by ACUC | Hotel Sol Cayo Guillermo |
| 5 | $220 |
| 10 | $410 |
| Cayo Largo | Approximately 30 dive sites
Divided into 3 areas. Coral reefs relatively close to the surface.
Excellent wall and cave diving. Wide variety of tropical fish, conch
shells, coral and sponges.
Diving Prices
(per person) | Jul. 17 -
Aug. 31 | May. 15 - Jul.
16
Sep. 1 - Oct. 31 |
| 1 dive | $32 | $29 |
| 2 dives (same day) | $53 | $50 |
| 3 dives | $76 | $74 |
| 4 dives | $100 | $98 |
| 5 dives | $122 | $117 |
| 6 dives | $141 | $138 |
| 7 dives | $164 | $161 |
| 8 dives | $186 | $184 |
| 9 dives | $209 | $207 |
| 10 dives | $219 | $216 |
| 15 dives | $310 | $306 |
| Certified by CMAS | Villa Marinera Cayo Largo |
Cienfuegos
(Rancho Luna) | Approximately 30 dive sites
Wide coral channels from depths of 12m to 40m. Coral and reef concentration.
Whale shark may be seen. Great for underwater photos. | 2 | $130 | Certified by CMAS | Hotel Rancho Luna |
| 5 | $230 |
| 10 | $420 |
Cienfuegos
(Faro Luna) | Approximately 30 dive sites
Rich and exotic sea life. Average temperature is 26 C. Large corals.
Observe ship wrecks, excellent for underwater photos. | 2 | $100 | Certified by ACUC | Hotel Faro Luna |
| 5 | $220 |
| 10 | $410 |
Cienfuegos
(Guajimico) | Approximately 15 dive sites
Home to a wide variety of fish and sea species. Corals, borgonia,
algae and many more. | 2 | $80 | Certified by CMAS | exclusive to Villa Guajimico |
| 5 | $180 |
| 10 | $310 |
Guardalavaca
(Coral Reef) | Approximately 22 dive sites
18 kilometres. Observe "The Sponges Rock", "Los Aguajies" Cannon
and "El Salto", all surrounded by diverse sealife and seascapes. | 2 | $100 | Certified by ACUC | Hotel Brisas Guardalavaca |
| 5 | $220 |
| 10 | $410 |
Havana
(La Aguja) | Approximately 15 dive sites
Depth ranges between 5m and 35m. Gorgonians, sponge prairies, olourful
tropical fish and ship wrecks | 2 | $80 | Certified by ACUC | Marina Hemingway |
| 5 | $200 |
| 10 | $360 |
Isle of Youth
(El Colony) | Approximately 56 dive sites
2.3 square miles with tunnels and coral walls. Remains of shipwrecked
vessels. Fish as Tarpons, Eagle or Whip Rays, Parrot Fish, Barracudas,
Helmets, Spiny, Lobsters, large turtles. Day and night diving.
| Diving Prices (per
person) | Jul. 17 - Aug. 31 | May. 15 - Jul. 16
Sep. 1 - Oct. 31 |
| 1 dive | $32 | $29 |
| 2 dives (same day) | $53 | $50 |
| 3 dives | $76 | $74 |
| 4 dives | $100 | $98 |
| 5 dives | $122 | $117 |
| 6 dives | $141 | $138 |
| 7 dives | $164 | $161 |
| 8 dives | $186 | $184 |
| 9 dives | $209 | $207 |
| 10 dives | $219 | $216 |
| 15 dives | $310 | $306 |
| Certified by ACUC, CMAS | Hotel El Colony |
Maria La Gorda
(Internatonal Diving Center Maria La Gorda) | Approximately 50 dive sites
Good visibility all year round averaging 80 ft. Famous for the Black
Coral Valley and Maria's Hall cave. Gorgonians and sponges are spectacular.
Pirates used to shelter here, proof of this are the old anchors
and cannons on the ocean floor.
| Diving Prices (per person) | |
| 1 dive | $34 |
| 2 dives (same day) | $54 |
| Full day with lunch | $62 |
| 5 dives | $118 |
| 6 dives | $135 |
| 8 dives | $185 |
| 10 dives | $222 |
| 15 dives | $299 |
| 20 dives | $370 |
| Night dive | $42 |
| Certified by SSI | Hotel Maria La Gorda |
Santa Lucia
(Shark's Friends) | Approximately 35 dive sites
Dive sites vary in depth from 7m to 35m. One of the most important
coral reefs in the world. Huge gorgonians, caverns and ship wrecks. | 2 | $100 | Certified by CMAS, ACUC & SSI | Hotel Brisas Santa Lucia |
| 5 | $220 |
| 10 | $410 |
Santiago de Cuba
(Sierra Mar & Bucanero) | Approximately 25 dive sites
Crags connected through tunnels and channels full of fossils. Abundant
coral formations. XIX century ship wrecks. | 2 | $100 | Certified by ACUC | Hotel Brisas Sierra Mar |
| 5 | $220 |
| 10 | $410 |
Trinidad
(Cayo Blanco) | Approximately 21 dive sites
Concentration of black corals. Tunnels adorned with sponges gorgonians.
Wide variety of fish and underwater species. | 2 | $130 | Certified by CMAS | Hotel Brisas Trinidad |
| 5 | $230 |
| 10 | $420 |
Varadero
(Barracuda) | Approximately 21 dive sites
Depth ranges between 5m and 35m. Covers 40 miles of coral. Observe
coral reefs of different sizes and shapes, tunnels, caves and ship
wrecks. | 2 | $130 | Certified by ACUC | Hotel Coralia Las Palmas |
| 5 | $260 |
| 10 | $470 |
Included:
Boat to/from diving locations; Dive Master; Tanks and Weights
Not included:
Diving equipment
Important:
Divers must be certified and present a valid Diving Certificate or License.
Diving Packages:
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