About Park II
Park II is a distinctive dive site characterized by a sand-filled area nestled between small coral walls, located at a shallow depth of 12 to 14 meters. This makes it an ideal spot for beginners and those interested in underwater photography. The site is notable for its large collection of colorful fish and also features cannons from a shipwreck dating back to the 1700s. The combination of natural reef structures, sandy patches, and historical artifacts creates a diverse and engaging environment. Divers can explore the coral walls, observe the multitude of fish, and investigate the remnants of the ancient shipwreck. The shallow depth ensures comfortable dive times and excellent light conditions, perfect for capturing memorable underwater images. Park II offers a unique blend of historical intrigue and vibrant marine life, providing an accessible and rewarding experience for divers of all levels.
Highlights
Sand-filled spaceSmall coral walls1700s shipwreck cannonsIdeal for beginners and photographers
Season calendar
Best months to dive here
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Excellent
Good
Dec – Apr (Dry Season)
Best visibility 25–40m, calm seas. Humpback whale season Jan–Mar in Silver Bank. Ideal water temperatures 25–27°C.
May – Nov (Wet/Hurricane Season)
Warmer water, occasional rain reduces visibility. Hurricane risk Aug–Oct but diving continues. Fewer crowds, better prices.
Dive site facts: Park II
- Depth
- 12–14 m
- Current
- Moderate
- Entry
- Liveaboard or dayboat
- Level
- Beginner
- Dive type
- Reef, Reef
- Region / port
- Dominican Republic
- Coordinates
- 18.4639° N, 69.8585° W
Conditions & Currents
Moderate currents can run here, so plan drift entries and stay close to the group. Dive profiles here run between roughly 12 and 14 metres, so plan your gas and no-decompression limits around the deeper part of the site. It is usually briefed as a dive for beginner divers. It can be dived from a liveaboard or a day boat, depending on where you start the trip. Tide, wind and season all shift the picture from day to day, so the crew's briefing on the boat always overrides any general description.
Why dive Park II from a liveaboard?
Park II is one of Dominican Republic's signature dive sites. A liveaboard sleeps you on the water and puts you in the water for three to four guided dives per day, including dawn and night dives that day-boat operators rarely offer. You skip the daily commute back to port and reach quieter, less-crowded sites in the same region on a single trip.
Below are the liveaboards that include Park II on their Dominican Republic itineraries.
Liveaboards diving Park II
These liveaboards may visit Park II on selected itineraries — the exact dive sites depend on departure, weather and conditions.
Turks & Caicos Aggressor II
Turks & Caicos
18 guests37 m
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