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Scuba Diving And Snorkeling Excursions Puerto Rico’s tropical waters are a diver’s paradise. The average ocean temperature is 81ºF and underwater visibility averages from 60 to 75 feet near the beach. Offshore it is easily 100 feet or more! While experienced divers may prefer boat diving, there are countless sites – especially on the west coast from Cabo Rojo to Aguadilla – for equally impressive shore diving.   The most exciting dives are made at: "La Pared" (The Wall)- a coral reef 20 miles long running parallel to the coast extending from Cabo Rojo to Guánica . near Desecheo Island off Rincón, about 30 minutes from Cabo Rojo off Mona Island, 50 miles west of Cabo Rojo   Wherever you go underwater you are likely to find tropical flora and fauna that easily eclipse the most beautiful aquarium you have ever seen. Dive Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico and you may get “up close and personal” with sea horses that look like chess set knights, unusual arrow crabs, colorful parrot fish, and octopus, among the endless schools of sergeant majors and other colorful reef fish.     Tourist Excursions of Cabo Rojo Ph: 787-255-1560 Ph: 787-255-1580 Fax: 787-255-1560 This is a tour guide free service provided by la Ciudad de Cabo Rojo (Cabo Rojo City); available only upon request. Mona Island (Isla de Mona) Excursions Place: Isla de Mona, 45 miles west of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico   La Isla de Mona is a small island located 45 miles west of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. It is considered to be the Galápagos of the Caribbean. It is an excellent place for camping, fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling. It requires permission for camping. The island has been declared a national refuge for wild life, which includes several species endemic to the island. Many years ago, guano, a natural fertilizer, was collected from deposits in the island. Laborers who stayed on the island for that purpose introduced several animal species, including goats, pigs and cats. Some of these animals were left behind by the laborers and they have thrived on the island, threatening some of the native species like the iguana, the Mona boa, and several species of sea turtles that use the island as breeding grounds.   Sea Fishing Excursions Place: Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico   Fishing in Puerto Rico takes many forms, the most dramatic of which is deep-sea fishing for billfish. The north side of the island is known as “Blue Marlin Alley” because of the large number of migrating fish that pass near its shores, especially in the summer. Puerto Rico is home to the International Billfish Tournament and specimens in excess of 1,000 pounds have been recorded.   The fishing is good year round, however Winter, which runs roughly from October to early March, is the best overall season for dolphin, dorado, mahi-mahi, wahoo, white marlin, yellow fin tuna and an occasional sailfish. Blue marlin are easy to catch in the summer, but are always returned to the sea.   Charters are available from harbors in Mayaguez (20 minutes from Cabo Rojo), and since deep water is so close to Puerto Rico’s shores, fishing usually commences within a half hour of leaving port. Boats range in size from 32’ to 50’ with an average capacity of six passengers, with four fishing. Deep-sea charters are for either a half-day or full day, including the services of a captain and a mate, all fishing equipment, and ice and refreshments.   It’s a good idea to reserve your deep sea fishing adventure directly with the charter operator as far in advance of your trip as possible. The Puerto Rico Sports Fishing Association, the official record keeper for the island, is a good source of current information. (787-752-7740 / 787-309-7611)     Cabo Rojo Trolley Ph: 787-255-1560 Ph: 787-255-1580 Fax: 787-255-1560 This is a free service provided by la Ciudad de Cabo Rojo (Cabo Rojo City). It visits The Cabo Rojo LightHouse, local museums, and the Cabo Rojo City.