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By admin, November 28, 2008 1:18 pm

One of the most popular person in Cuba for reasons of choosing your holiday is an excellent opportunity available diving Cuba attracts swarms of divers every year, attracted for its calm, warm waters, its stunning coral reefs, sunken shipwrecks and dazzling array of tropical fish. The waters have a mean annual temperature over 24 degrees Celsius, and average visibility of 98 feet, allowing divers an excellent view of the underwater paradise of Cuba dive sites offer. The lack of strong currents and the variety of dive sites available mean that the island is a perfect training ground for Cuba diving virgins, as well as providing challenge for those born in a wet suit!

So without further ado, here is a list of our favorite sites Cuban 5 diving:

Maria la Gorda

Located in western Cuba, local to Pinar del Rio, Maria la Gorda is a beautiful dive spot surrounded by nature – is one of the most underdeveloped areas of the island. The dive site itself is located on the Guanahacabibes Peninsula, a world biosphere preserve and has two dive sites with underwater attractions such as black coral walls, 18th century shipwrecks, flora and fauna. There are also caves around for those looking to experience diving in caves and caverns, and possibly night diving trips if the demand is there. The site is a transfer of 4 hours from Havana, but worth the trip to experience what is one of the best diving sites in Cuba.

Cayo Levisa

If you are looking for something a little more accessible from the capital of the island, Cayo Levisa then may be the answer. Located in the northwest of the island, about an hour journey from Havana, the dive site is home to Cuba sponges, black coral and some of the larger islands of tropical fish. It is also home to some of the more memorable wrecks on the island, with remains of the 17th century and 18 archaeological interest free for divers to explore. If you want to dive into the center of your holiday, the Hotel Cayo Levisa allows divers to stay in Cuba one of its 40 rooms for the duration of your trip

Cayo Largo del Sur

Located on the south side of Cuba, Cayo Largo beaches shows almost virgin coral reefs. The sea also includes mountains of coral reefs and a variety of fish and turtles – and because of the coral reef, the Cuba diving site is protected from strong currents, making it ideal for beginners. Although it is about 177 kilometers from Havana, domestic flights premises can be taken between the two locations and take about 45 minutes.

Playa Giron

Just east of the Bay of Pigs is Playa Giron. The international diving center, here is mainly on the platform diving with other local travel deep caves in the region. The main attractions of this dive Cuba offs site is near the sea cliff, which are dotted with swim throughs, making it a memorable shore dives. The site has a shallow edge to begin beginners, while more experienced divers will love the way cave dives available.

Because of the distance from Havana (a transfer of road will take more than 4 hours), I recommend staying in one of 290 hotel rooms in Playa Giron. It is certainly popular with divers from Cuba – in fact, in 1994, a ship was sunk deliberately for the benefit of the diving population.

Faro Luna

Last but not least on my list is Faro Luna in the province of Cienfuegos, south of the island. The city has received many accolades for maintaining the cleanliness of the water environment – and as a result and 28 sites diving in the region remains an area popular among Cubans who love diving. El Faro Luna Diving Center has shipwrecks, marine life and coral formation barriers so high that they are visible on the surface. The waters are so clean that the area is highly recommended for divers Cubans wishing to participate in any of the photo hull.

Those who visit Cuba to dive into a real pleasure. I just found the name of 5 dive sites in Cuba here to justify an extra special mention, but the clear waters and warm, tropical fish and stunning coral formations means that whenever divers are in Cuba, it is unlikely to be disappointed.

Emma Lelliot is the general manager of Captivating Cuba, an independent holiday specialist, offering a selection of breaks catering to diving in Cuba. With offices in Havana and the UK, Captivating Cuba offer expert local knowledge for island visitors looking to explore Havana and Varadero and Cayo Coco as well as lesser known resorts including Jibacoa and Trinidad.

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