Canyon
Protected Area
Laguna Gri-Grí
Why dive here
With 232+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, humpback whales, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - Canyon offers some of Sosua & Puerto Plata's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
The Canyon is a good drift dive, best suited for intermediate divers. We often see nurse sharks resting in the sandy bottom, and the overhangs provide shelter for smaller reef fish like slender parrotfish and barberfish. Currents can be strong, pushing you along the wall, so keep an eye on your dive buddy. It’s a solid option for a second dive in Sosúa if you’re looking for something with a bit of movement.
Typical Canyon Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Canyon
Canyon Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Canyon, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.76, -70.55) (24km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 27.7–31.1°C
Air Temperature
27°C
80°F
Wind Speed
4.26 m/s
8.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1012.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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