Desecheo Island Expedition
Puerto Rico's premier offshore dive destination — crystal-clear water, dramatic reef structure, and a remote west-coast feel.
Book via Aquatica PR →The Experience
Desecheo Island sits 12 miles offshore from Puerto Rico's west coast and is widely regarded as one of the Caribbean's finest dive destinations. As a U.S. National Wildlife Refuge, the island is off-limits to visitors, keeping its surrounding reefs pristine, healthy, and almost untouched. Expect legendary visibility regularly exceeding 100 feet, vibrant reef systems like the famous Candyland, giant barrel sponges, reef sharks, sea turtles, and huge schools of tropical fish. This is a 2-tank boat dive for certified Open Water divers and above. Booked and operated through our partners at Aquatica PR.
Trip Highlights
What to Expect
Step 1Departure & Briefing
Meet the team at Aquatica, complete your boat briefing, and head offshore.
Step 2Dive 1 — Candyland Reef
Explore one of Desecheo's signature reef systems with spectacular coral formations and marine life.
Step 3Surface Interval
Rest, snack, and review the plan for the second dive.
Step 4Dive 2 — Second Site
A second guided dive at a different Desecheo site, chosen based on conditions.
Pricing
per person
- Duration: Full Day
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Required: Open Water Diver
Trips booked & operated through Aquatica Underwater Adventures.
Pricing
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