what is dive fest?

dive fest is an annual event sponsored by the dwa to focus attention on the sport of scuba diving, to educate the public about scuba diving (as a tourism product and a career path), and to raise awareness about dominicas stunning and unique marine environment.

the first dive fest was held in 1994 and while it has grown in popularity and activities over the past decade, there are several events that make up its core. this is a truly unique event in the caribbean!

dive fest 2011 was a great success. it was the 18th consecutive year of dive fest and we were pleased to host the scubaradio mermaids once again, who were sponsored by swiss army/victorinox and jewellers international.

• sealife cameras debuted their new underwater cameras, giving divers the chance to test the cameras out and to take part in photo shoots and a “best of week” competition. the first-ever mermaid photo competition was a big hit!!
  
  
• dive training sent down two photographers, barry and ruth guimbellot, who put on seminars and workshops on both underwater.
  
  
• scubar radio broadcast dive fest over two weekends.

• underwater photo seminars
• swim with the mermaids
• dive with the latest camera from sealife
• wine and cheese cruise
• photography workshops
• whale watching
• photography treasure hunt!
• traditional boat races
• happy hour dances
• award dinner with great prizes