Cruiser diving at La Romana/Bayahibe, Aug. 27, in port 9-5? and snorkeling?

[Torontonian]

We'll be coming to La Romana as a cruise ship (Carnival Freedom) port stop on Aug. 27, 9am-5pm. I understand it's a 15min cab ride to Bayahibe. I'm the only diver (AOW). My wife and her mom might do some snorkeling (with their own gears) and/or just enjoy beach or land tour/shopping.

What dive shops might be able to cater to cruiser diving, as we get off at the earliest 9am, then by the time we get to Bayahibe it might be 9:30-10am.

Are the boat rides and dive sites also suitable for my wife and her mom to come for snorkeling? Her mom is old (85, but healthy, active and mobile)

Thanks.​

 

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[Torontonian]

Anyone? Or is it just not a good idea to try diving there?

 

[Aguablanco1]

We had a great experience with Scuba Fun in Bayahibe in January this year. The owner, John, and his staff are great and will accommodate all of your needs. There is a great wreck in about 120' of water if you are comfortable at that depth. Our DM was Igor and you couldn't ask for a better one. Tell them Rich from Phoenix says hi!
RichH