3. Riff

Beautiful advanced reef with nurse sharks, moray eels, and crustaceans.

Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
31m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as '3. Riff', is an impressive underwater mountain formation located off the coast of the Dominican Republic. It offers a captivating topography ideal for exploration, particularly by advanced divers due to its significant depths. While no specific history or navigation details are provided, divers can expect to explore along the slopes and peaks of this submerged mountain, encountering varied marine environments.

The reef is home to a diverse array of marine life. Divers can frequently encounter nurse sharks (from time to time), moray eels, and large schools of fish. The reef also boasts a rich population of crustaceans, including numerous lobsters and crabs, adding to the macro life opportunities.

This site is optimally suited for deep diving enthusiasts, with deeper sections reaching 31 meters. It's best experienced by advanced divers comfortable with deeper profiles. While specific seasonal highlights are not provided, the year-round warm waters of the Caribbean generally make it a good destination anytime for exploring its unique structure and abundant marine life.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Stated as suitable for advanced divers, optimal for deep diving, exploring its underwater mountain structure.

Hazards:
depth
Current Strength:

Mild

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