Explore Varadero
Varadero is a popular resort town on the central western north coast of Cuba, and it is spread along the narrow Hicacos Peninsula and borders the North Atlantic Ocean. With some of the best diving to be just done offshore in the turquoise, clear waters, and a wide variety of types of diving available, this is an ideal location for a tropical diving holiday. There are a number of dive centres and dive resorts here which will take divers to see the wrecks, caves, islets, flourishing reefs and high abundance of marine life.
Dive Activity
Diving in Varadero
One recurring feature of diving here is relaxation. With such clear waters, lack of currents and warm temperatures here, divers will just glide through the water. There are a number of shore dives where dives can just stroll towards some of the best reefs, and there are boat dives. These conditions are perfect for many dive courses and there are some great options for night dives and underwater photographers. Underwater divers can check out shallow reefs, caves, wrecks, tunnels and so much more!
Top Wildlife Sightings in Varadero
Soft Corals, Star Coral, Brain Corals, Gorgonians, Feather Gorgonians, Sea Fans, Barrel Sponges, and numerous other species of Sea Sponges and Corals which together create a vibrant reef. Some of the species which live among these reefs include Angelfish, Parrotfish, Lobsters, Lionfish, Barracuda, Conch Shells, Scorpion Fish, Green Eels, Moray Eels, Crabs. Shrimps, Snapper, Sailfish and more! There are many small overhangs which harbour the docile Nurse Sharks, which are always an exciting species to spot. Green Sea Turtles are also often spotted gliding along the reef.
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
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Total number of species: 200
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Barracuda
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Lionfish
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Total number of species: 100
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Parrotfish
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Pufferfish
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Trumpetfish
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Butterfly Fish
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Angelfish
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Goatfish
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The best Months to dive in Varadero
One of the best features of diving here is the incredibly clear water. The visibility here ranges between 20 meters/66 feet and 40 meters/131 feet on average. Between November and April is the dry season, which is also the time of the year with the best, calmest, and warmest water conditions. The average water temperature here is 25°C/77°F, with it ranging between 23°C/73°F and 29°C/84°F throughout the year.
