San Andrés and Providencia blog
What we tell everyone travelling with us for the first time: how to get there, when to go, what to do and how to get around the islands.
Your first dive trip
How a dive day is organised, what you’re told before each dive, how the buddy system works and the pace of diving in a small group.
Open Water or Advanced
The dive sites on both islands sorted by certification: which you can enjoy with Open Water, which depend on the section and which call for Advanced.
Responsible diving
Buoyancy, hands to yourself, no feeding the fish and well-chosen sun cream: this is how you dive in the Seaflower Biosphere Reserve.
What to pack
What your bag can’t do without: dive documents, insurance, a suit for warm water, mask, sun protection, medicines and the no-fly time after your last dive.
Tourist card
The tourist card price in 2026, exemptions, where to buy it, Check-MIG, visa and passport.
Things to do
Cays, beaches, natural pools and viewpoints: the places you can’t miss on either island.
Restaurants
Raizal cooking, fresh seafood and places for every budget on both islands.
Nightlife
Seafront nightclubs, reggae and beach bars for your nights on the island.
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