Few new travel experiences can compare to the sense of majesty and awe that comes with dipping into warm, tropical waters and finding an altogether new world. A kaleidoscope of color brimming with life, beauty, force, and elegance. Many people have been inspired by This simple gesture has inspired many people to pursue it as a lifelong passion, and stories of the wonders that unfold underwater have prompted many to seek out the experience for themselves.
So put on your fins, close your goggles, and join us as we visit some of the world’s best island reefs.
1: Bonaire
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This Dutch island, also in the Caribbean, is ringed by reefs for miles in every direction. Due to the lack of sandy beaches, Bonaire is nearly entirely devoted to scuba divers and snorkelers. The majority of dive spots on the island are easily reachable. Bonaire is, in reality, the world’s best shore diving destination, with each of its more than 80 dive sites located just offshore. Also, read Most Famous Mausoleums in the World.
2: Koh Tao
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Turtle Island, also known as Koh Tao, is a small island off the coast of Thailand’s Gulf of Thailand. Each year, some 7000 new divers are certified on Koh Tao, and become one of the most famous diving places in the world and a major tourist destination in Thailand. Diving around the island reefs is simple and enjoyable, and you may view a diverse range of marine life including coral, turtles, a variety of small fish, barracudas, and a slight chance of spotting a whale shark. The visibility is about 15-20 meters on average.
3: Roatan
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In the Caribbean Sea, Roatán is one of Honduras’ Bay Islands. It is a major scuba diving destination since it is located near the Caribbean’s greatest and second-largest barrier reefs. Diving spots are rich in marine life and are rarely influenced by weather, making them some of the best novice dive sites available. The cheapest Open Water courses in the Caribbean may be found on nearby Utila Island.
4: Boracay
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Boracay is a tropical island located 315 kilometers (200 miles) south of Manila, with extensive white sand beaches that match those of neighboring Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. At the north and south extremities of Boracay, there are about two dozen dive spots. For example, the Camia wreck is an artificial reef with excellent visibility and a big number of fish. The two walls of Yapak are the most thrilling dive sites on the island, although they are exclusively for experienced divers due to rough waters and strong currents. Also, read 10 Most Famous Towers in the World.
5: Taveuni
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In the Fijian chain, Taveuni is the third-largest island. Because of its abundant floral and plant life, the island is sometimes referred to as “Garden Island,” yet the name might equally apply to the breathtaking, colorful panoramas that can be found beneath its waters. The spectacular Rainbow Reef is located on Taveuni and is known for its great diving and snorkeling options. The Blue Ribbon Eel, barracudas, white-tip reef sharks, and leopard sharks may all be seen on the reef, which is made up of white, luminescent coral.
6: Little Cayman
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Little Cayman is a small island that is home to some of the world’s top dive sites, including Bloody Bay and Jackson Point. A diver can obtain a level of experience that is difficult to find anywhere else thanks to the approximately 50 unique dive sites. Sea plumes, coral gardens, and a diverse array of tropical fish can all be found on this island. Also, read 8 Most Beautiful Fjords of the World.
7: Mahe
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This is the largest island in the Seychelles group, has an astounding amount of subaquatic landscape to offer a diver thanks to its location in the Indian Ocean. Mahe has various marine parks where divers can see hawksbill turtles, bottlenose dolphins, whale sharks, lobsters, and Moray eels. The Ste Anne Marine National Park, located 5 kilometers from Victoria, is one of the most popular scuba diving destinations in the Indian Ocean.
8: Andros Island
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Andros, the Bahamas’ largest island, is home to the world’s third-largest barrier reef. The island reef, which is slightly over 230 kilometers (140 miles) long, offers countless opportunities to see undersea life at its most vibrant. The reef’s shore side is quiet, tranquil, and semi-deep (about 2.5 meters/8 feet). It’s ideal for a beginner diver. The ocean side of the reef, on the other hand, is anything but gentle and should only be tried by a professional.