TOP DIVE SITES OF THE WORLD PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Jack Jackson | 160 pages | 05 Dec 2013 | IMM Lifestyle Books | 9781780096407 | English | London, United Kingdom Best Scuba Diving in the World - Bluewater Dive Travel The wrecks at Palau are recommended for experience divers. This means that no commercial fishing takes place in the area. Unlike most popular diving destinations, reefs are not the primary attraction in the Galapagos. Instead, the big attraction here is the sheer abundance of marine life. Some of the best dive spots can be found around the waters of Darwin and Wolf islands, home to several different species of sharks, including Hammerheads, and Galapagos sharks. The Red Sea is one of the most beautiful places in the world to go diving and the holiday resorts along its coast are popular tourist attractions in Egypt. The waters of the Red Sea are renowned for their spectacular visibility and features some of the most exotic seascapes. With its wide expanse of coral formation on the reefs, it is home to thousands of different sea creatures. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most popular diving destinations in the world. It is the largest system of coral reef in the world, stretching more than kilometers. It is the only reef on Earth that can be seen from space. The Great Barrier Reef also features a host of wildlife including green sea turtles, dolphins, humpback whale and clown fish. Maldives is my favorite! You have highlighted some great spots on this list, but what is the blue hole doing there? Belize diving is very uneventful, especially in contrast to the other amazing destinations you have listed here….. Great list.. These dive places are real cool. They are all stunning and wonderful. Before you go there it is better to work first on finding where you will stay. Saw through the 1. Jump in. With base layers, undersuit and dry suit on, the only part of your body to get cold will be your face, but make no mistake: it will be numb within seconds. Connected to the world above via a single safety rope, use your underwater torch to follow your guide down past ice hummocks, rifts, cavities and caves, minnowing under tall arches and vertical rocks overgrown with sea anemones and sponges. At Rough Guides, we understand that experienced travellers want to get truly off-the-beaten-track. Your comprehensive guide to travel in Russia. Mandatory - can not be deselected. Necessary cookies help make a website usable by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. Statistic cookies help website owners to understand how visitors interact with websites by collecting and reporting information anonymously. Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites. 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Non-Diving Activities: The Anilao resorts are predominantly aimed at divers, so top-side activities are limited to snorkeling and kayaking. Dumaguete is one of the few destinations in the world that caters to a range of interests, all at an exceptional standard. Minutes from the beachfront resorts, the inshore Dauin sites are easy to get to and home to a plethora of critters and macro subjects to rival any top muck-diving destination. On every dive look out for frogfish, dragonets, pipefish, nudibranchs, squid, octopus, and seahorses, as well as various species of shrimp and crabs. Some guests see 40 frogfish on one trip! What makes Dumaguete special is that less than 35 minutes from Dauin, the spectacular hard coral walls and reefs of Apo Island provide a thrilling contrast, and some of the best wide-angle diving in the world. Drifting past sites such as Coconut Point, expect to spot sea snakes, turtles, blue ribbon eels, and a huge school of jacks. There is also notable macro at Apo Island, creating a rare opportunity for divers with different interests to enjoy the same site. Where to Stay: Some of the best luxury resorts are found in Dumaguete, however, there are plenty of more affordable options available. Non- Diving Activities: Most resorts offer whale shark snorkeling trips to Oslob, where sightings are almost guaranteed. Many resorts have exceptional spas, restaurants, pools and great snorkeling, making Dumaugete one of the top destinations for divers traveling with non-divers. Interested in diving Dumaguete? Remarkable numbers of sharks and other oceanic species school around steep walls and pinnacles rising over 3, ft from the ocean floor, so much so that the islands are one of our top shark diving destinations. The Boiler is the first of two epic dive sites that will leave visitors with incredible long-lasting memories. This submerged pinnacle is one of the best places in the world for swimming with oceanic mantas , as they gather at cleaning stations to rid themselves of bothersome parasites. The experience is truly breathtaking; a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures. The second exceptional dive site is Roca Partida, where world-class shark diving really comes into its own. Feast your eyes on vast numbers of Galapagos, silky, and hammerhead sharks, not to mention the peculiar sight of dozens of whitetip reef sharks stacked and wedged into crevices all along the pinnacle. Top all this off with dives featuring frequent appearances from large gamefish species such as tuna, wahoo, and marlin, some very friendly dolphins, along with the occasional sightings of whale sharks and humpbacks, and the Socorro Islands offer memorable diving within easy reach, that very few other destinations can match. Diving Season: The main season is November to May, however, species vary in this time. Skill Level: Suitable for experienced divers due to choppy seas and often strong currents. Most boats take about 24 hours to reach the Socorro Islands from either city. Where to Stay: The Socorro islands are uninhabited, so the only way to dive them is by liveaboard. The full range of boats from budget through to luxury are available, and most trips last 8 nights. We heartily recommend the MV Valentina and the Socorro Aggressor as examples of excellent liveaborads that dive this area, or check out our list of Socorro liveaboards here. Golf, fishing, and cultural excursions are popular pastimes. Find out about exciting shark cage diving detinations. Located in the South Pacific around 1, miles north-east of New Zealand, the or so islands that make up the Republic of Fiji are as rich and exciting below the waves as they are top-side. The abundance of vivid marine life that lives on the reef makes for fantastic subjects; this is a great place to practice your wide-angle technique. The lush reefs flourish further as the often lively currents increase, playing host to a myriad of photogenic species along glowing coral walls. Expect to spot angelfish, butterflyfish, anemone fish, anthias, hawkfish, moray eels, and blue ribbon eels to name but a few. Although sharks are not abundant on these dives, there are a couple of exceptions. One of the best shark dives in the world is at Beqa Lagoon, where the Shark Reef Marine Park is home to up to eight species including grey reef, whitetip reef, silvertip, lemon, bull, and tiger sharks. Consider taking a photography course before visiting Fiji. The colorful aquarium of lush soft-coral gardens have to be seen to be believed, and sites such as Rainbow Reef and Mellow Yellow help cement these islands as one of our top destinations. The soft coral gardens found at dive sites around the Bligh Waters and Rainbow Reefs regions in Fiji will mesmerize any diver with the cacophony of colors and multitude of anthias dancing around them. Diving Season: Weather can vary between islands, however generally the seasons are split June to October Dry Season, windy and cooler air temperatures but better underwater visibility and December to April Wet Season, warmer air temperatures. The transitional months of November and May can be good times to visit. Skill Level: There is some diving to suit all levels, however, the best diving is in strong currents where some experience is recommended. Getting There: Fiji is one of the most accessible of the Pacific destinations. If transferring on to an outlying island, the domestic terminal is next to international arrivals and most fights are less than 60 minutes. Where to Stay: The majority of diving is resort-based, and a wide range of resorts are available based on comfort level. There are also a couple of excellent liveaboards servicing the Fijian islands. Non-Diving Activities: Fiji is fun and lively, offering plenty of cultural and outdoor experiences. Visit traditional villages, temples, hike to waterfalls and caves, or enjoy a spot of golf. There is also the option to take a day-cruise or boat hire to explore some of the outlying islands.