Cuba Scuba Diving

When considering the various areas in which to dive in Cuba, names such as the Isla De La Juventud and Jardines De La Reina immediately spring to mind. However, other areas such as Cayo Largo and the Bay of Pigs are certainly worthy of further exploration. Within these areas, there are a number of excellent dive sites throughout Cuba. Of particular note would be the Cabo Frances Reef on the Isla De La Juventud, whilst the Maria De La Gorda area is well known for both it's exceptional coral and swim throughs.

Cuba also hosts a number of options for those who are looking to extend their wreck diving experience, and with wrecks such as the El Cristobal Colon and the Neptuno on offer, Cuba offers wreck divers excellent value for money. In Varadero, just off the north coast, there is even the opportunity to explore the wreck of a sunken Russian aeroplane.

Cuba has a tropical climate, with temperatures averaging around 26 - 32 degrees C throughout the year. The dry season tends to run between November through to May, whilst the rainy season tends to run from June through to October. Whilst Cuba is affected by the Caribbean Hurricane season (July - November), they tend to be less common in Cuba than elsewhere in the Caribbean.

Scuba diving in Cuba is of a high standard overall, and with large amounts of emphasis now being placed on safety and conservation, the seems promising. Cuba undoubtedly has the potential to become one of the worlds top dive destinations, and should regions such as the Isla De La Juventud fulfil their potential, Cuba could find itself becoming an increasingly popular dive destination in the future.