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Scuba Diving in Cartagena and the Undersea Museum
Cartagena’s colonial streets might be its postcard face, but under the surface lies an entirely different kind of treasure. Scuba diving in Cartagena reveals a vivid marine world shaped by both nature and history. I joined Cartagena Divers, a relaxed and friendly company that knows how to blend professionalism with a laid-back vibe. Our trip included two dive sites close to each other.
The first, the famous Undersea Museum, is home to several shipwrecks resting silently in the sand. Exploring them feels like stepping into another world frozen in time. We visited three wrecks, each covered in marine growth, creating a surreal blend of history and sea life. If everyone in the group has the right certification, you can even swim inside. The narrow passages, filtered sunlight, and mysterious shadows make the experience unforgettable.
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Taganga Scuba Diving: A Tropical Classroom for Divers
A short drive from Santa Marta, Taganga Bay is a peaceful fishing village with an inviting, relaxed atmosphere that quickly makes you feel at home. The bay sits tucked into the Caribbean coast, surrounded by calm waters perfect for beginners and advanced divers alike. Taganga Scuba Diving is famous across Colombia, and the number of PADI and SSI dive centers proves it’s one of the best spots to learn and explore.
I spent a week here and chose Nautilus PADI to complete my Advanced Open Water certification. The team was small and friendly, and Katerina, my instructor, was both patient and motivating. She taught me not just techniques but how to truly tune in to the underwater flow.
PADI eLearning Lessons
If you want to learn scuba diving, PADI is the most famous and trusted diving certification company worldwide. There are two parts to getting certified: the fun part—practical sessions in the water—and the essential, but sometimes a bit boring, eLearning lessons. These online courses are mandatory and you won’t be able to complete your certification without passing them. The best approach? Start your eLearning online before your water sessions. This way, you’ll already know most of what your instructor will cover, making you feel confident and ready to dive in.
Scuba Diving Pacific Coast: Bahia Solano and the Season of Whales
On the Pacific side, Scuba Diving Pacific Coast opens the door to another world entirely. Bahia Solano, on the Pacific Coast Colombia, is wild, remote, and lush—an oasis for divers looking for raw beauty and incredible marine encounters. It’s world-famous for humpback whales that visit between July and September to give birth and regain strength before continuing their migration. Watching these gentle giants from a few meters away is one of the most emotional experiences you can have underwater.
I arrived in mid-June, just before the official whale season, but still decided to dive with Aqua Sub Buceo. We explored several dive sites along the edge of the bay and out into the open ocean. The Pacific waters here are teeming with life—schools of tropical fish, curious moray eels, and, with luck, even octopuses moving gracefully along the sandy bottom. During the whale season, divers sometimes spot humpbacks passing close to the reef or even a majestic whale shark gliding peacefully through the deep.
Conclusion: Two Coasts, Endless Memories
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