Calipso Dive Center

Location:
Calle 12 # 1-40
Taganga, Colombia

Diving

By Dan Anderson

Tempted by days of underwater exploring of Caribbean reefs and romantic nights in a seaside hammock, travelers are flocking to Calipso Dive Center's unique scuba diving safaris. There are two sites: the "Playa del Amor" (beach of love) in Guayaca bay, and Cabo de la Vela.

For beginner divers and divers-to-be, Guayaca is ideal, with lots of easy, fun dive spots and a relaxed atmosphere. Advanced and fun divers do six day dives and a night dive.

In Cabo de la Vela experienced divers can explore above and below the waves: there are amazing, rarely-seen dives, and before and after dives there's traditional food, dancing and games from the matriarchal Wayu indigenous culture. Safari-goers stay in a Wayu family's beachfront home.

Open water and advanced courses in Guayaca cost $300 (compared to $225-$250 normally), or $275 for fun divers. Trips are two or three days and one or two nights. Cabo de la Vela costs $375 for four days, three nights, and four dives.

Calipso also offers classes and fun dives out of Taganga, and has free dorms for divers.

Travel Tips: In Guayaca, take advantage of Calipso's snorkelling gear, too.

Price Description: $275-$375

Relative price: Mid-Range

Travel Skills: None

You Need to Bring: Snacks and a sleeping bag in case of windy nights.

Contact Information:
Phone: 575-421-9146
E-mail: roberdive(at)remove-this.hotmail.com
URL: www.calipsodivecenter.com

Traveler Reviews of Calipso Dive Center

Taganga safaris

Rating: 50%

Some friends of mine got a much worse deal when they booked in Taganga. I've heard of way too many sale scams. I would suggest getting some honest advice from Felipe or the owners of El Miramar in Taganga and Santa Marta. Ask at Tsunami on Calle 17 in Taganga or go to Calle 10 in Santa Marta and talk to one of the owners or a guide. They have tons of years of experience and Taganga is blowing up with what seem fly by night salesman and guide organizations. That was my impression. Thanks. Good luck!!

By V!VA User from Vancouver, Mar 19, 2008