The beach experience for all travelers is not the same; some may prefer relaxing under the sun, others may prefer sports on the beach or in the water. If water sports excite you, especially scuba diving, take look at the list below as we have brought you the top 10 places where you can have the most fun in the water.
Make no mistake! There are always other unique places to go and underwater adventures to have. That’s why it is best to start here, at places you do not want to miss, and then head out to see and feel inside the waters of our planet. The life of underwater creatures is a magical and special experience, especially for the first few times, so make sure you do not miss scuba diving in our recommended destinations. Choose your destination depending on what you enjoy the most and your experience level. Check your gear, dive in, and be ready to meet the wonderful world living underwater!
[wpsm_quick_slider ids=”5607,5608,5609,5621″]
The Red Sea – Egypt
The red sea is one of the best places in the world that can give you a lot of options for scuba diving, especially if it is your first time. Diving there is easy without any need for special gear, but that does not mean getting careless! The marine life is very rich due to the suitable climate above, which means you will have a chance to see lots of fish if that is what you are after. Marine life is not the only part of nature you can find under the red sea, as there are great reefs among other amazing things to see.
📅 Best time For Scuba Diving: All-year-round
🔥 Do Not Miss: Thistlegorm (Remains of a British ship from 1941)
📏 Estimated Depth at Thistlegrom: 30 meters
✔ Other Recommended Diving Spots: Big Brother – Yolanda Reef – Ras Mohammed – Dahab
🏆 The Best About Red Sea: Clear waters – Rich with marine life – Many options for diving – Easy for beginners – Beautiful at night
Bali – Indonesia
Scuba diving in Bali is perhaps the richest with color and marine life. It is not very difficult and almost everyone can enjoy it. A lot of people go there for photography because of the vast amount of life in this place. At Liberty Diving Point you can see the sunken ship, which is now the home of turtles and corals. The waters are mostly clear depending on the weather and time of year, giving you good visibility.
📅 Best Time for Scuba Diving: Spring and Summer (Around April until October)
🔥 Do Not Miss: The Liberty Wreck in Bali
📏 Estimated Depth at Liberty Wreck: 30 Meters
✔ Other Recommended Diving Spots: Raja Ampat – Gili Island
🏆 Best About Bali: Clear Water in dry seasons – Rich with life – Perfect for Photography – Relatively easy spot – Many options for diving
Palau – Micronesia
Let’s just say, every time you go scuba diving in Micronesia and Palau, you will see something new. It is not the richest place, but the marine life you can see in these areas are extraordinary. You can see sharks, rays, and many other larger creatures in these waters which means you need to have some experience before checking this place. If you are not yet amused, there are other interesting things down in the water like World War II wrecks and coral reefs. In this destination, it is better to be safe since the currents can be a little strong for rookies. Be careful not to harm the little guys because there are also smaller fish and shrimps in most areas of Micronesia.
📅 Best Time for Scuba Diving: Near the End of Summer and September – Almost good all-year-round – Check the weather before planning
🔥 Do Not Miss: Blue corner wall
📏 Estimated Depth at Blue corner wall: 30 meters
✔ Other Recommended Diving Spots: Peleliu Wall – German Channel
🏆 Best About Palau: Remains of World War II – Variety of sharks – Clear waters – A large number of beautiful coral reefs
Yongala – Australia
Australia has many suitable areas for scuba diving, which makes it ideal for many water sports fans. The most beautiful thing about this place is the reef, and perhaps the great reef wall. Various types of fish from small ones like shrimps to large ones such as whales can make your experience much enjoyable. It is difficult to pinpoint the best place in Australia because it is all worth seeing, but the historic Yongala shipwreck is among the bests since it is near the great reef wall as well.
📅 Best Time for Scuba Diving: It is best to plan your trip in winter due to the increase in water temperature around that time – Other seasons may also be suitable in case the weather is calm
🔥 Do Not Miss: Yongala wreck
📏 Estimated Depth at Yongala Wreck: The Ships lays at about 33 meters below water, so going that deep requires some experience
✔ Other Recommended Diving Spots: Great reefs
🏆 Best About Yongala: It has suitable areas for less experienced individuals and challenging regions for more experienced divers – Historic sites and rich coral reefs.
Cenotes – Mexico
It is very difficult to say which part of Mexico is the best for scuba diving as it is a suitable destination no matter which part of it you pick. However, since there are many other unique areas to see marine life around the world, this time we recommend a destination that has less fish and much more scenery! Some of the easy places for anyone are the underground areas and caves known as the Cenotes. The features of these areas vary depending on the depths and the widths, but their mutual feature is that they will make your experience so memorable.
Before heading out, make sure you select the tunnel according to your experience. If one of the tunnels is too much for you, try to pick an easier one as there are many of them. Just keep in mind that the word “easy” does not mean going unprepared. You will need appropriate lighting as some areas can be very dark. Also, make sure to be extra careful in narrow areas.
📅 Best time for Scuba Diving: Summer and autumn (always check the water temperature)
🔥 Do Not Miss: Depends on your experience level and gear
📏 Estimated Depth at Cenotes: Depending on which tunnel you choose, it ranges from 15 meters to 60 meters
🏆 Best About the Cenotes: Crystal clear water – Amazing place for photography
Sipadan Island – Malaysia
One of the most exciting places to dive into the water is perhaps the Sipadan Islands. There are many species of fish in those waters making it a very beautiful destination for photography. Scuba diving in these parts is very popular, so you may need to book even months ahead of going.
📅 Best Time for Scuba Diving: Around winter and early spring
🔥 Do Not Miss: Barracuda Point
📏 Estimated Depth at Sipadan Island: 40 meters
🏆 Best About Sipadan Island: Clear waters – Rich with various species of fish – Very large schools of fish – Famous drops – Great places for experienced divers
Kailua Kona – Hawaii
If you love the sea and enjoy scuba diving in the water, you may want to put Hawaii on your list. What makes this place so special is visiting the manta rays at night. If you love this activity, the water at night in Kailua Kona is something that you must see at least once. One thing you should consider in your gear is good lighting. It is a very nice place to try photography and see the sunset & the night under fascinating waters.
📅 Best time for Scuba Diving: All-year-round
🔥 Do Not Miss: The Manta Rays
📏 Estimated Depth at Kailua Kona: 10 meters
🏆 Best About the Kailua Kona: The night experience – Clear waters
The Great Blue Hole – Belize
Belize is one of the best places to go scuba diving in the Americas as it has a large number of islands with amazing underwater areas. The most important point is that the UNESCO has put the Great Blue Hole in the World Heritage Site List. This magnificent monster is one of the best and most exciting places you can find; however, you will need a lot of experience and courage for visiting it! It has its own unique marine life along with exceptional coral reefs, and as you go deeper, the better it will become. You need to try this destination only when you are ready with appropriate gear and lighting since it becomes dark after the first 20 meters.
📅 Best time for Scuba Diving: All-year-round
🔥 Do Not Miss: The area around the Great Blue Hole is very beautifulو but the sinkhole itself is something you do not want to miss
📏 Estimated Depth at The Great Blue Hole: About 150 meters deep and 100 meters wide
🏆 Best About the Great Blue Hole: The deeper you go, the better it becomes
Lago Del Naret – Switzerland
If you are up for the challenge, you can try diving in the Lago Del Naret Lake of Switzerland. What makes this location different is the fact that it has ice-bergs! It is not recommendable for everyone, but if you want something different, this is the place for you. You can dive from several high points in this area. The right time for experiencing scuba diving here is when most of the ice has been melted. Before you put this place on your list, make sure you have enough experience and all the necessary gear.
📅 Best time for Scuba Diving: July
🔥 Do Not Miss: This experience is all about the ice but only for experts
📏 Estimated Depth at Lago Del Naret: 100 meters
🏆 Best About Lago Del Naret: The best place if you seek a challenge – Good place for trying scuba diving under ice
Galapagos Islands – Ecuador
The Galapagos Islands is a place to see rare marine life and numerous large fish that cannot be found anywhere else. The currents can get very strong from time to time, which means you cannot take risks and go unprepared. Water temperature can also be another challenge, but if you pick the right time, this is one of the favorite spots for divers. Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the national park along the various volcanic islands are something you will not forget soon. There are many places to choose from, but no matter where you pick, you will not regret this traveling experience.
📅 Best time for Scuba Diving: All-year-round but check the temperature – it is possible to go during both warm and cold seasons as they offer their own experiences but choose carefully
🔥 Do Not Miss: Gordon Rocks – Darwin Island
📏 Estimated Depth at Galapagos Islands: 40 meters
🏆 Best About Galapagos Islands: Amazing place for experienced divers – Rare marine life – beautiful environment on land and in water
While you take your time selecting a suitable destination for your new adventure, always keep in mind that you need to be healthy before scuba diving. Even in easy spots, it is important to be in good shape and have the training. Remember to tell us and others about your experiences, and if you have your own recommendations, please let us know. Enjoy your adventures and stay safe!
