The Dive Acade­­my Las ­­Ter­­­­renas - Experts in Splashology

EXPLORE BALLENAS ISLANDS

REMOTE BEACHES DAY TRIP

SHIPWRECK DIVING AND SNORKELING

PRISTINE REEFS

WRECK DIVING


WHY CHOOSE US?
35 ft Diving Catamaran and Speed Boat
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The Antares is the only fully equipped dive catamaran on the peninsula and will savely and comfortably transport you. Latif is our new addition a very fast speed boat to reach all the sites in no time.
A team of experts in Splashology

Our multilingual team is the most experienced on the peninsula.

Very passionate and service minded, we love to share our passion with our clients and adapt ourselfs to tailor-make the best experience possible for them

Streamlined booking process 
All your bookings can be done 100% online from the confort of your home. All our prices include  equipment and tax, we accept credit cards  and you do not have to pay any extra hidden fees when it comes to checkout.
About Us
Our ethos has always been to make scuba diving safe, accessible and affordable for all and for everyone to enjoy the fastest growing water sport in the world.
The Samana Peninsula offers superb and varied diving which is why we chose to base our centers there.
Our multilingual team will welcome you and provide you with the best experience in English, French, Spanish, Danish and German.
Much more than just a dive center, we also offer guided snorkel trips to the fabulous Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island), Playa Jackson (a sunken island), Playa Ermitanio ( the Ermite beach) and Cabo Cabron National Park.
We are also an Instructor Training Facility.
Having a resident NAUI Course Director and Instructor Trainer, we are able to offer Divemaster and Instructor courses year-round in our Las Terrenas training facility.
Our NAUI Course Director - founder and co-owner - Paul's journey to the Samana Peninsula from Bolton, via Denmark and Spain, has been quite an adventure, but Paul thrives on adventure..
IT expert, globe-trotter, sailboat pirate, chef and restaurant owner Audrey caught the dive bug seven years ago and now we can’t keep her out of the water. She is fondly known by students, interns, captains and tourists alike as THE KRAKEN.
Our 35 ft custom built catamaran will take you confortable and savely to the most hidden spots of the North Coast of the peninsula. Playa Jackson, Playa Emitanio Cabo Cabron National Park and Ballenas islands
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Our Offer
Group class
Guided  Funs Dives
Group class
Try Scuba
Group class
Scuba Courses
Group class
Snorkeling
Group class
Boat Excursions
Group class
Boat Charter
Group class
Snorkeling equipment sales and rental

The top 10 reasons to choose us

  1. The Antares : 35ft custom build dive catamaran
  2. Access to more secluded and better quality dive sites
  3. Tailor made boat excursions and charters
  4. Groups, functions, private parties, weddings catered for
  5. Multilingual and service minded crew
  6. Centrally located facilities with off street private parking
  7. Dive boutique for all your needs
  8. The most experienced shop on the peninsula
  9. Simple and streamlined online booking system
  10. Fast response to your enquiries

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Our Playground
Las Terrenas <br>
Las Terrenas

Beautiful dives around Ballenas islands with tunnels and swim-throughs. Snorkeling on remote beaches.

Canyons and Wrecks
Samana <br>
Samana
Awesome day out for all. Dive or snorkel on a shallow sunken shipwreck and have lunch on famous Cayo Levantado.
All Ages, All Levels
Cabo Cabron<br>
Cabo Cabron
The diving from Cabo Cabron is often referred to as ‘the most dramatic to be found on the island’ and is well worth the trip.
Adventure Diving and day trip
Jackson Bay and Beach<br>
Jackson Bay and Beach
Pristine coral reefs, remote beach Robinson Crusoe Style, great day out for snorkelers and divers alike, fun for all ages
Robinson Crusoe Day
Dudu Caverns and Cenotes&nbsp;
Dudu Caverns and Cenotes 
Experience the thrill of a lifetime in the cristal clear waters of Laguna Dudu and explore the tunnels, caverns and cenotes
Unique Spot 
Our clients make us blush...
Happy client
Magalie Dubois
The Dive Academy in Las Terrenas truly surpassed all expectations! Their team provided exceptional service, skillfully accommodating our specific needs.
Happy client
Iren Jones
All I can say is thanks!! Fantastic diving experience! Paul, Audrey and the team are excellent instructors who really take the time to look after you and make sure you are learning in a safe manner, but also enjoy each dive.
Happy client
Mike Smith
We went there as complete beginners, no diving experience whatsoever. We did the tandem dive and it was absolutely amazing! That was the highlight of our vacation.

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Address The Dive Academy, Beach Garden Plaza, Next to Etno, Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic
Custom field Everyday 9am - 6pm

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