One of the best snorkeling spots for beginners in the province of Puerto Plata. The 3 tops of the coral rocks are at a depth of 9m (~29 feet), so you don't have to worry about touching the corals. The white sand at the bottom of the ocean gives you a clear view.
You can get here by ship from Playa Sosua. It is combined with the statue of Atabey , and Los Cabezos (a group of coral reefs around Playa Sosua). At the reef there is a large number of tropical fish, for example Sergeant Major, Tangs (Dory from Finding Nemo ), Moray Eels, Cleaner Shrimps and others.
Price
For a 90-minute experience on a glass boat with the possibility of snorkeling, you pay 35 USD per person. The trip is offered by several companies and the price is usually the same. You will see 3 different places- Los Cabezos, 3 Rocks and the statue of Atabey.
Directly on the beach of Sosua, the sellers offer their trips productively or you can choose from many stalls. Some companies also offer soft drinks included in the price, rental of snorkeling equipment.
Final words
I recommend sun protection. Please use sunscreens labeled Coral Friendly. Do not touch the corals or the statue.
The trip is definitely interesting because you will see the unusual statue of Atabey and the beautiful coral world.
In the case of a larger group, we recommend negotiating the price of the trip on the spot and perhaps taking the whole boat. We managed to get a smaller boat without refreshments for 120 USD for 6 people, but it was a struggle 🙂