Isabela caves shore dive access

[reefseal]

Years ago, did shore dive off beach Isabela to dive the caves, caverns, swim thrus. We rented gear at dive shop in Isabela which I think is out of business (Cueva Submarina) We'll be driving from San Juan and will need to rent gear (BC, Tank, Regs, weights..)

Confirming no shops near Isabela. I see one in Aquadilla but would require going past Isabela and back. I'm thinking renting at shop in San Juan.

Now, wehre to park, enter. That part I couldn't remember. I recall it was parking in residential area

 

[jlevine]

There are several Puerto Ricans who contribute to this board who can offer help. I suggest you consult the web site Dive West Puerto Rico and perhaps reach out to Carlos at info@divewestpr.com and see if he can help. I believe he lives near Aguadilla.

Let us know how it goes!

 

[reefseal]

Thanks. I'm trying to find dive shops in SJ can rent from as will be coming from there. Don't want to have to drive to Aguadilla, rent, go to Isabella then have to drive back to aquadilla to drop off gear, drive back..

Ideally would be great if could rent from La Cueva Submaina that was in Isabel if they are still there (I recall Pain Acevedo) Anyone know how to reach them if they can rent gear?

 

[jlevine]

This link below has a phone number. It seems like the actual web site for the store is offlineLa Cueva Submarina Dive Shop - Lonely Planet

 

[reefseal]

link is dead link which leads me to believe closed but will try them.

 

[ginovega]

There is a shop in Isabela named La Cueva Submarina and they do daily trips to the Caves... I spoke w him in June 2013 and they still do trips. also check Jose Rafolds at Aquatica Dive and Surf he takes groups to the Caves. He is in Aguadilla on gate 5 of old Ramey AFB. (close to Borinquen airport and Coast Guard station)

---------- Post added November 28th, 2013 at 04:18 AM ----------

here is the link for cueva submarina facebook page https://www.facebook.com/la.submarina. (Spanish). Aquatica facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Aquatica-Dive-Surf/120426661332406 enjoy!!!

 

[Bhtmec2]

Pick up your gear in San juan at Ocean Sports and head over.

 

[MAGDAKINE Swimwear]

I am located in the Isabela area and although the hurricane has destroyed much of the island, we are slowing rebuilding. If you are planning on diving in the Isabela area (which I do highly recommend because its spectacular) check out Dive Aquatica in Aguadilla...In my opinion this is a much better option than renting gear in San juan and driving all the way.