Dive Fest: Dominica's Annual Scuba Diving Event.

Dive Fest 2008 is July 11th to 20th, 2008

Dive Fest is an annual event hosted by the Dominica Watersports Association. Its purpose is to educate the public about scuba diving, which is one of Dominica's main tourist attractions... and to have lots of fun while doing it!

Dominica's Dive Fest is the longest running Diving Fest event in the Caribbean. 2008 marks the 15th consecutive Dive Fest.

  • Learn more about the DWA and Dive Fest.
  • See images and read updates from previous Dive Fests under "Related Links" (at right).
  • Check the schedule of Dive Fest events
  • Don't miss the grand finale event on the last Sunday: the Kubuli Carib Canoe Race in Soufriere.

The Carib Canoe Race is always exciting

DiveFest 08: 11th - 20th July
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Background
The DWA created Dive Fest in order to give Dominicans a fun and educational way to learn more about scuba diving. Through its Discover Scuba, Discover Scuba Diving and Discover Snorkelling programs, children and adults can take the plunge and experience diving first hand.

Education about the marine environment has also been an important part of Dive Fest. In past years, school children have attended slide shows on marine life and participated in lectures about marine ecology, touring the Soufriere Scott's Head Marine Reserve.

Dive Fest provides fun for everyone...

  • Athletic events such as Swimming Races, Kayaking Races, and Pwi Pwi Races have all been a part of Dive Fest over the years. The most famous event is probably the Carib Canoe Race. The grand finale Traditional Carib Canoe Race is held in Soufriere each year on the final day of Dive Fest. You don't want to miss it!

  • Family events such as the Beach Bar-B-Qs and the "Jing Ping Ting" - an evening of good food, good fun, and dancing to traditional Jing Ping Music.

  • Of course, there's plenty of Scuba Diving!
    Free lessons and discounted rates for making a real dive. See the schedule below. Try out new Diver products (cameras, masks)

  • Discounted Whale Watching Tours - experience the 90% success rate of whlae & dolphi tours in Dominica.

    Special Dive Fest Vacation Packages for visitors. Visit the DWA's website for details.

Contact a participating dive centre for more information. Click here for the Dive Centres listed on a virtual Dominica.

Kubili Carib Canoe Race
Victorious Kubuli Boat!

Related Links

Dive Fest 2007

Dive Fest 2006

Dive Fest 2005

Dive Fest 2004

Dive Fest 2003

Dive Fest 2002 Review

Dive Fest 2001 Review

Soufriere Scott's Head Marine Reservel

Diving & Whale Watching Operators in Dominica

In Crystal Blue Waters - Home
A Guide to Diving & Whale Watching


What To Do in Dominica

What's Happening in Dominica Calendar
Events


Underwater e-Postcards


DIVE FEST 2007 SCHEDULE

The Dominica Watersports Association Presents
DIVE FEST

Dive Fest 2008 Schedule coming soon!
This schedule is for 2007: July 6th to July 15th


See the action as it happens! Visit the Dive Fest Blog

Time Event Prices in EC$
Friday, July 6th
6 - 10 pm
10 - 2 am

Cable and Wireless and the The Fort Young Hotel Present.....
“Dive Fest Happy Hour” with Carib Beer (Door Prizes & Giveaways)
Swinging Stars Dance
Ticket includes 1 Complimentary Drink and Happy Hour prices all night.

Fort Young HotelYour $30 gets into Happy Hour for the usual Happy Hour Band, Swinging StarsCable and Wireless AND Happy Hour prices all night! Plus there are many opportunities to win great prizes from Cable and Wireless!ort Young Hotel

$30
Saturday, July 7th
9 am to 2 pm

Discover Scuba at Anchorage Hotel, Castle Comfort (Minimum Age 8).

Dive TrainingEver wanted to try scuba diving but were worried about taking that first step? Our instructors will give you a short lecture, and then put you into the pool with scuba gear. It's free, shallow, safe and fun for the whole family!

Free
9 am - 2 pm

Beginner's Dive on the Reef at Anchorage Hotel, Castle Comfort (Minimum Age 12).

Dive TrainingIf you felt comfortable in the pool and want to try it out with the fish and on a reef do the beginners dive. very small groups with an experienced instructor. This normally costs EC$200 so it's a great price too!

$40
3 - 4 pm

Introduction to Oceanic's Datamask Heads Up Display Mask at Anchorage Hotel.

OceanicThis is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

Free
9am - 2pm

Discover Scuba at Purple Turtle Beach, Portsmouth (Minimum Age 12).

Dive TrainingEver wanted to try scuba diving but were worried about taking that first step? Our instructors will give you a short lecture, and then put you into the pool with scuba gear. It's free, shallow, safe and fun for the whole family!

Free
9 am to 2 pm

Beginner's Dive on the reef at Purple turtle Beach , Portsmouth (Minimum Age 12).

Dive TrainingIf you felt comfortable in the pool and want to try it out with the fish and on a reef do the beginners dive. Very small groups with an experienced instructor. This normally costs EC$200 so it's a great price too!

$40
6 pm Pirates Wine and Cheese Sunset Cruise.

Pirates Ltd PIRATES LTD is the sponsor for this Sunset Cruise. A great selection of wines and quality cheeses while enjoying the Sunset and great ocean views of Dominica.

$60

$100 couple

NOTE: All Participants must sign waivers. Minors (under age 18) must have parental signature.
Sunday, July 8th

3 pm

 

6pm

Jewellers International/Swiss Army
Underwater Treasure Hunt
at Irie Safari, Champagne

Sunset Happy Hour at Irie Safari

Jewellers InternationalSpend the afternoon at Irie Safari at Champange, the newest member of the Dominica Watersports Association.
Certified divers can enter the hunt for items on the sea floor! great prizes from Swiss Army, Victorinox and Jewellers International. Spectators and supporters Welcome!!

KubuliAfter all the action stick around for some cold Kubuli at Irie style Happy Hour!

$50
3 pm

Sealife Best Photo of Treasure Hunt Award

Sealife
A chance to win a prize for the Best photo of the day.

Free
3 pm

Try out Oceanic's new "Datamask"

Oceanic This is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

Free
Monday, July 9th
8.15 am

Sealife Camera "One Day Shoot" at Nature Island Dive

Sealife Try out the newest camera from Sealife and enter your best photo for the day into the best of the week prize awarded at the Photo Awards dinner on Friday.

$20
8.15 am

Dive with Oceanic's new Heads Up Display at Nature Island Dive

OceanicThis is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

Free
2.30 pm

Underwater Photo Seminar with Barry and Ruth at Fort Young Hotel

Fort Young HotelDon't miss this chance to learn underwater photography techniques from two of the best in the business.

Free
Tuesday, July 10th
9 am

Underwater Photo Seminar with Barry and Ruth at Sunset Bay Club and Seaside Dive Center

Don't miss this chance to learn underwater photography techniques from two of the best in the business.

Free
1 pm

Dive with Oceanic's new Heads Up Display at Sunset Bay Club and Seaside Dive Center

OceanicThis is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

Free
1 pm

Sealife Camera "One Day Shoot" at Sunset Bay Club and Seaside Dive Center

SealifeTry out the newest camera from Sealife and enter your best photo for the day into the best of the week prize awarded at the Photo Awards dinner on Friday.

$20
Wednesday, July 11th
8.15 am

Dive with Oceanics new heads up display at Anchorage Hotel and Dive Center

OceanicThis is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

Free
8.15 am

Sealife Camera "One Day Shoot" at Anchorage Hotel and Dive Center

SealifeTry out the newest camera from Sealife and enter your best photo for the day into the best of the week prize awarded at the Photo Awards dinner on Friday.

$20
9 am - 1 pm

* Discover Scuba at Sunset Bay Club & Seaside Resort, Coulibistrie (Min Age 8)

Dive TrainingEver wanted to try scuba diving but were worried about taking that first step? Our instructors will give you a short lecture, and then put you into the pool with scuba gear. Its free, shallow, safe and fun for the whole family!

Free
9 am - 1 pm

* Beginners Dive on the reef at Sunset Bay Club, Coulibistrie (Min Age 12)

Dive TrainingIf you felt comfortable in the pool and want to try it out with the fish and on a reef do the beginners dive. very small groups with an experienced instructor. This normally costs EC$200 so it's a great price too!

$40
2.30 pm

Trafalgar Falls Photo Shoot with Barry and Ruth Guimbellot.

Calling all photographers in Dominica!! Here is a chance to learn some basic techiniques to make your waterfall photos look like the professionals! Models will posing for that personal touch! Meet at Fort Young Hotel lobby.

Your $25 includes the transport and photo tips and techniques. Bring your own camera!

$25
  * NOTE: All Participants must sign waivers. Minors (under age 18) must have parental signature.  
Thursday, July 12th
8.15 am

Dive with Oceanic's new Heads Up Display at Dive Dominica

OceanicThis is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

Free
8.15 am

Sealife Camera “One Day Shoot” at Dive Dominica

SealifeTry out the newest camera from Sealife and enter your best photo for the day into the best of the week prize awarded at the Photo Awards dinner on Friday.

$20
2 pm

Sealife Camera Divemaster Photo Fish Competition leaves from Dive Dominica.

SealifeHere is a chance for the hardworking Divemasters and intructors in Dominica to win a Sealife Camera!

Each contestant will get a Sealife camera, then be given a list of fish. They will be given one hour to dive and get photos of all the fish on the list. You will need to know your fish, or spend precious time looking them up before you get in the water. Any certified diver can come along for the dive and help to make sure our DMs do not touch the reefs going for the shot! Any diver with more then one hour bottom time, or less than 500 PSI in their tank or who shows the wrong fish will have points deducted! All Divemasters will meet at Dive Dominica and get on one boat!

A turly unique competition sponsored by Sealife Camera and Judged by Joe Ifi from Sealife

$20
7 pm

Dive Quiz Night and Watch "Pirate Master" at O'Byrnes Pub and Grub, Roseau

Come down to the pub for dinner and Kubuli Happy Hour, and watch Pirate Master with some of those involved in the shooting. Afterwards there is a Pub Quiz with teams of 4 people per team competing for prizes.

Pick a team of any 4 people, choose a team name and test your general knowledge.

$10
Friday, July 13th
6 pm

Awards Presentation Dinner at the Fort Young Hotel
Prizes and photographic presentations.

Support the DWA and come out for a great dinner and see some of the results of the photos of the week and a photo presentation by Barry and Ruth Guimbellot of Dive Training. A chance for the DWA to thank its sponsors.

$100
Saturday, July 14th
9 am

Discounted Whale Watch at Anchorage Hotel

A chance for the family to come out and see some whales for a special price. Call the Anchorage Hotel for tickets.

Adults $40
Kids $20
2 pm

Underwater Photo Seminar with Barry and Ruth Guimbello at Cabrits Dive Centre

Don't miss this chance to learn underwater photography techniques from two of the best in the business.

Free
2 pm

Dive with Oceanic's new Heads Up Display at Cabrits Dive Centre

OceanicThis is the absolute latest technology to the scuba world From Oceanic. Your depth, air and time are all displayed inside your mask! No more looking for your Gauges. Meet Dan from Oceanic and be one of the first try this mask out.

TBA
2 pm Dive with Sealife Camera, try out photo skills. TBA
8 pm - 2am Beach Bash and Fish Fest in Soufreire with DJ Free

Sunday, July 15th

11 am

Kubuli Carib Canoe Race in Soufriere

KubuliThis year promises to bigger and better than ever with 6 custom built Carib canoes for the race! Brand new, newly painted boats by Dive Fest sponsors and DWA members are available for all racers. Don't miss the action with all of Dominica's top businesses competing for the Kubuli Carib Canoe Race Trophy.

Who will unseat Domincia Brewery from last year's championship?

Any business can put together 4 full time EMPLOYEES to make a team. 2 people race out to a platform where your other 2 teammates await, change seats (without flipping over) and row back to the beach. It's that simple!

Come down even if you don't want to row, it's the most fun sporting event of the year and all in good fun.

Great prizes from Kubuli, lots of beer to win! Also prizes from Cable and Wireless.

Teams of 4:
Private: $10/team
Corporate: $40/team
6 pm Trophy Presentation & Prize Giving Ceremony in Soufriere.  
6 pm - 12 pm

SOUFRIERE KUBULI BEACH PARTY!
6 PM to Midnight

KubuliDive Fest comes to an end with lots of cold Kubuli, good food and music til midnight

 

The DWA sends a BIG thank you to our many generous sponsors!
Cable & Wireless, Swiss Army, Dive Training Magazine, Oceanic, Sea Life Cameras, Jewellers International, Belfast Estates, Bounty Rum, Cable & Wireless, Cocorico, Cartwheel Cafe, Cornerhouse Cafe, Delphis Ltd., Dominica Brewery & Beverages, Garraway Enterprises, LAMA, National Petroleum, Springfield Trading (1959) Ltd.Swiss Army/Victorinox


Call your local Dive Shop for more information or tickets.


See the action! Visit the Dive Fest Blog

 



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