Explore Cienfuegos
Cienfuegos is a city which lies in the bay Bahía de Cienfuegos, on the south coast of the island of Cuba. The city itself has stunning historical architecture, and underwater there is some stunning natural architecture. The local dive centres will take divers to the many dive sites here which lie between and 10 and 30 metres from shore by speedboat. There is a fantastic collection of coral formations, wrecks, channels, tunnels and more. All of these are accompanied by a wide array of marine species which create pops of colour in these clear waters.
Top Cienfuegos Dive Sites
1. Camerones I and II
These sites feature two small fishing boat wrecks intentionally sunk to form an artificial reef. Divers can explore vibrant marine flora and fauna here. The adventure level is easy, suitable for both scuba diving and freediving at depths of 10 to 25 meters.
2. Punta Sabanilla
This reef dive site showcases a unique collection of corals, including gorgeous Gorgonians. Channels run through the reef, hosting a diverse range of marine life. It offers an intermediate adventure level, perfect for both scuba and freediving enthusiasts.
3. Notre Dame
Known for its exhilarating cave diving experience, Notre Dame is not to be missed. The dive is considered advanced and is suitable exclusively for scuba diving due to its technical nature. The site features intricate cave formations.
4. Guajimico
Guajimico is popular for its colorful coral gardens and the variety of fish species. It offers an easy to intermediate adventure level, ideal for scuba diving. The site includes underwater formations and is part of a protected marine area.
5. Rancho Luna
This site is known for its diverse marine life, including turtles and vibrant coral reefs. It provides an easy diving experience, suitable for both scuba diving and freediving. Rancho Luna is also within a zone of ecological importance.