Visit one of the Caribbean's best wreck dives — the 240-ft St. George cargo ship at 40 meters. Two-tank dive from the protected waters of Bayahibe village.
Duration
Half day, approximately 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Experience Level
Advanced
Max Depth
Up to 40 meters (131 ft) at the St. George wreck
$100 USD Deposit to reserve
Pay the rest on the day of the excursion
What makes this excursion special
Dive the famous St. George cargo ship wreck
240-ft historic vessel resting at 40 meters
240-ft historic vessel resting at 40 meters
Calm, protected waters year-round
Excellent visibility and warm temperatures
Led by experienced PADI professionals
Located on the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic, the charming village of Bayahibe has become one of the country's top spots for scuba diving. With calm seas, warm waters, and easy access to dozens of reef and wreck dive sites, it's an ideal destination for divers of all levels. Most dive sites are just minutes offshore, and the nearby protected waters of Saona Island offer gentle conditions with little to no current year-round.
Just half a mile off the coast of Dominicus lies the impressive St. George shipwreck, a 73-meter (240-ft) cargo ship originally built in 1962 in Scotland. Once used to transport wheat and barley between Europe and the Caribbean, the ship was intentionally sunk in 1999 to create an artificial reef. Today she rests at 40 meters (131 ft) and has become a thriving marine habitat. You'll find barracudas, groupers, moray eels, and king mackerels cruising through her shadowy corridors and steel structure. This site is best suited for advanced divers due to its depth and complexity.
After hotel pickup we drive about 40 minutes to Bayahibe and board the dive boat. Two tanks are included, with the second dive typically at a shallower local reef or wreck site to complete a full dive day. You'll be guided by experienced PADI professionals who know every site in the area.
Bayahibe diving conditions are among the best in the Caribbean, with excellent visibility, warm temperatures, and minimal currents throughout the year. Whether you're a beginner looking for an easy reef dive or an experienced diver seeking the St. George wreck, Bayahibe offers something for everyone.
Beyond the diving, Bayahibe itself is worth the visit — a charming fishing village with colorful houses, friendly locals, and a relaxed Dominican atmosphere. It's the perfect setting to end your diving adventure with a fresh seafood lunch or a stroll along the waterfront.
What you might encounter underwater
Barracudas
Groupers
Moray eels
King mackerels
Wreck-dwelling fish schools
Healthy nearby reef systems
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Common questions about this excursion
Yes — the wreck rests at 40 meters, beyond the 18-meter Open Water limit. Advanced Open Water certification (or equivalent) is required to dive it at full depth.
Yes, Open Water divers can join the trip — they'll dive shallower local sites near Bayahibe at depths within their certification, while Advanced divers explore the wreck.
Bayahibe is known for some of the best visibility in the Caribbean, often 20+ meters at the St. George wreck depending on conditions.
The drive from Punta Cana to Bayahibe takes approximately 40 minutes, followed by a short boat ride to the dive sites.
The wreck is open and has penetrable sections, but actual penetration is reserved for divers with appropriate training (Wreck Diver specialty or equivalent). External exploration is included for all advanced divers.
$100 USD Deposit to reserve
Pay the rest on the day of the excursion
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