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Locations where you have a good chance of photographing large numbers of sharks. Preferences are given to locations that do not need cages, and we may create a special list for cage diving locations in the future
Cocos Island is one of the world's best scuba diving destinations for diving with big animals. Schooling hammerhead sharks is what the Cocos Island diving scene is most famous for, but you can find many other shark and ray species, including white tip reef sharks, silky sharks, the occasional whale sharks, manta rays and marble rays.
Its stunning underwater diversity makes French Polynesia one of the best diving destinations in the world. French Polynesia is comprised of 118 incredible islands and atolls that host many varied dive sites, boasting colorful and lush reefs, various tropical fish, manta rays, and an array of sharks. One if its island, Mo'orea, is also known to be one of the 3 places on earth where humans can safely swim and snorkel among whales.
There are many great things about diving the Bahamas, but the world-class shark diving is probably the best thing about this year-round Caribbean destination.
Divers flock to the Bahamas to dive with tiger sharks at Tiger Beach, oceanic whitetip sharks off Cat Island and great hammerhead sharks in Bimini. Various other shark species can also be regularly seen in these areas.
Diving in Malpelo offers thrilling encounters with schooling hammerheads, whale sharks, massive bait balls, deep walls, strong currents, and an untouched marine sanctuary teeming with pelagic life. Read More
Scuba diving Galapagos is best known for the BIG and RARE marine life. Hammerhead sharks, 30+ other species of sharks, the ultra-rare marine iguana, and so much more. If you dive at the right time, you'll be surprised with the number of "bucket list" marine animals that can cross off your list within a week of scuba diving in Galapagos.
Guadalupe Island, or Isla Guadalupe, is a volcanic island located off the west coast of Baja Califonia in Mexico, known to scuba divers to offer as the best destination for cage diving with great white sharks. Boasting great visibility this protected marine area outperforms both Australia and South Africa for shark sightings.
Socorro scuba diving is an underwater adventure filled with exciting encounters with large marine animals, including friendly giant manta rays, playful dolphins, breaching humpback whales, whale sharks, various rays, and over seven shark species!
With clear blue water, white sand beaches, and great visibility, scuba diving in the Maldives is an unforgettable experience in an idyllic paradise. During a diving trip to the Maldives, you may see manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, soft & hard corals and much more.
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The top wreck destinations not only have wrecks littered all over the ocean floor, but the wrecks also come with a strong historical background. The top wreck destinations also have multiple wrecks within recreational limits and easy to explore.
Diving in Truk Lagoon offers an unparalleled underwater museum of WWII shipwrecks, encrusted with corals and teeming with marine life, making it a dream destination for wreck divers. Read More
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Best locations that hold something for the entire family. Whether you are planning something for you and your kids, or looking at a full family reunion, we've chosen all the best destinations that will cover everyones needs and interests.
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Crystal clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, warm tropical weather, world-class dive sites, wrecks and caves to explore, experienced dive operators, relaxed island atmosphere, unforgettable underwater experiences.
Cozumel, Mexico boasts world-renowned coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life for scuba diving. Cozumel's drift dives, abundant colorfulcoral formations, and diverse species make it a top destination for scuba divers seeking stunning underwater experiences. Expect visibility often over 80 feet year-round - every dive will feel like a dream come true. Read More
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Coral Reef destinations are locations where both hard and soft corals are abundant, colorful and support a large varierty of marine life. The coral reefs here are usually protected and show no signs of coral bleaching.
Raja Ampat diving is characterized by its mindblowing diversity, featuring a plethora of medium to large size fish, good macro, and great hard and soft coral reefs, along with some muck and mangrove sites. The water temperatures hover at around 89F (31C) year-round--so warm that a wetsuit is hardly needed. The archipelago's topside scenery is also stunning.
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Divers going to these shore diving destinations are not bound by boat schedules or long boat rides out to the dive site. These shore diving destinations offer easy entries to reefs that just as beautiful as offshore reefs.
Divers can see colorful large sponges and sea fans while diving Bonaire, as well as explore quite a few shipwrecks, and encounter various marine life like turtles, barracudas and groupers. Angelfish, butterflyfish, seahorses, crabs, and shrimps can also be seen. For a detailed overview of Bonaire's top dive sites, check out our guide.
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Big fish destinations are places that have a lot of schools of fish, and possibly barracuda, baitballs, jacks, tuna, bumphead parrotfish, napolean wrasse, etc. Destinations known specifically for sharks or whale sharks may be in those respective lists.
Scuba diving Galapagos is best known for the BIG and RARE marine life. Hammerhead sharks, 30+ other species of sharks, the ultra-rare marine iguana, and so much more. If you dive at the right time, you'll be surprised with the number of "bucket list" marine animals that can cross off your list within a week of scuba diving in Galapagos.
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Locations for the diver looking to indulge during their dive vacation. Luxury destinations have multiple 5-star resorts sitting right on the beach with all the modern amenities in splendid accommodations, on site spas offering pampering massages and resta
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Diving in cultural destinations blends underwater exploration with historical or cultural significance. Discovering submerged ruins, shipwrecks, or vibrant marine life enriches the dive experience, offering a deeper connection to local heritage.
Scuba diving in Bali is exceptionally diverse and makes the perfect destination for a scuba diving safari. Unique macro critters, interesting wrecks, beautiful coral reefs, schools of tunas and barracudas, and bigger animals like mola molas and manta rays - Bali scuba diving has it all.
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Wall diving presents stunning vertical drop-offs, showcasing rich marine ecosystems. It allows divers to explore deeper depths, encounter unique species, and experience the thrill of beautiful underwater landscapes like vibrant coral reefs and cliffs.
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Diving with whale sharks offers a rare, awe-inspiring experience with the ocean’s largest fish. Observing their gentle nature, size, and grace creates a unique connection to marine life and conservation efforts.
Scuba diving Galapagos is best known for the BIG and RARE marine life. Hammerhead sharks, 30+ other species of sharks, the ultra-rare marine iguana, and so much more. If you dive at the right time, you'll be surprised with the number of "bucket list" marine animals that can cross off your list within a week of scuba diving in Galapagos.
Hundreds of world-class wrecks, dramatic caves, endless lush coral gardens, biodiversity to rival other Coral Triangle destinations like Indonesia, PNG, and the Philippines, little to no other dive boats around...the Solomon Islands truly is a scuba diving paradise.
Papua New Guinea, also called PNG, is THE scuba diving destination for anyone looking for pristine coral reefs, extremely rich marine life, and exotic culture in a completely off-the-beath-path location.
Scuba diving in the Red Sea offers divers some of the world's most beautiful coral reefs, plentiful marine life, and highly diverse sites to dive.
Florida offers an incredible range of warm-water diving and some special treats for both novices and already experienced divers. There are dive sites for all types of scuba divers. The dive destination has some excellent wrecks, among which is also one of the largest artificial reefs in the world, the USS Oriskany.
Scuba diving in Australia, especially liveaboard trips to the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea, offers tremendous volume and diversity of marine life, well managed marine parks, professional dive operations Read More
Diving in Southern California can be a surprisingly rich experience offering a lot of diversity in marine life and leading you through its majestic kelp forests.
Boasting strong diving infrastructure, diverse types of diving, incredible walls and wrecks, and great visibility, the Cayman Islands--Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac--have been attracting scuba divers for decades, including beginners!
There are many great things about diving the Bahamas, but the world-class shark diving is probably the best thing about this year-round Caribbean destination.
Divers flock to the Bahamas to dive with tiger sharks at Tiger Beach, oceanic whitetip sharks off Cat Island and great hammerhead sharks in Bimini. Various other shark species can also be regularly seen in these areas.
Scuba diving in Bali is exceptionally diverse and makes the perfect destination for a scuba diving safari. Unique macro critters, interesting wrecks, beautiful coral reefs, schools of tunas and barracudas, and bigger animals like mola molas and manta rays - Bali scuba diving has it all.
Cozumel, Mexico boasts world-renowned coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life for scuba diving. Cozumel's drift dives, abundant colorfulcoral formations, and diverse species make it a top destination for scuba divers seeking stunning underwater experiences. Expect visibility often over 80 feet year-round - every dive will feel like a dream come true. Read More
Diving in Turks and Caicos features stunning wall dives, vibrant coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and encounters with sharks, rays, turtles, and humpback whales during migration season. Read More
With clear blue water, white sand beaches, and great visibility, scuba diving in the Maldives is an unforgettable experience in an idyllic paradise. During a diving trip to the Maldives, you may see manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, soft & hard corals and much more.
Its stunning underwater diversity makes French Polynesia one of the best diving destinations in the world. French Polynesia is comprised of 118 incredible islands and atolls that host many varied dive sites, boasting colorful and lush reefs, various tropical fish, manta rays, and an array of sharks. One if its island, Mo'orea, is also known to be one of the 3 places on earth where humans can safely swim and snorkel among whales.
Belize diving is varied enough to please everyone from novices to seasoned divers. You'll find an abundance of coral gardens, sponges, reef sharks, rays, and small reef fish. Belize’s Barrier Reef shows modest post-2024 bleaching recovery in 2025 thanks to stronger no-take enforcement and active lion-fish removal, so fish populations and colours are rebounding for unforgettable dives.
Belize diving is varied enough to please everyone from novices to seasoned divers. You'll find an abundance of coral gardens, sponges, reef sharks, rays, and small reef fish. Belize’s Barrier Reef shows modest post-2024 bleaching recovery in 2025 thanks to stronger no-take enforcement and active lion-fish removal, so fish populations and colours are rebounding for unforgettable dives.
Divers can see colorful large sponges and sea fans while diving Bonaire, as well as explore quite a few shipwrecks, and encounter various marine life like turtles, barracudas and groupers. Angelfish, butterflyfish, seahorses, crabs, and shrimps can also be seen. For a detailed overview of Bonaire's top dive sites, check out our guide.
There are many great things about diving the Bahamas, but the world-class shark diving is probably the best thing about this year-round Caribbean destination.
Divers flock to the Bahamas to dive with tiger sharks at Tiger Beach, oceanic whitetip sharks off Cat Island and great hammerhead sharks in Bimini. Various other shark species can also be regularly seen in these areas.
Boasting strong diving infrastructure, diverse types of diving, incredible walls and wrecks, and great visibility, the Cayman Islands--Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac--have been attracting scuba divers for decades, including beginners!
Year-round diving is available throughout these small but intriguing volcanic dive environments. Divers will encounter an abundance of diverse and thriving marine life across relaxed dive sites in calm clear waters.
Diving in Turks and Caicos features stunning wall dives, vibrant coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and encounters with sharks, rays, turtles, and humpback whales during migration season. Read More
The clear, calm waters of Dominica attract divers from all over the world. Diverse underwater landscapes feature volcanic vents, dramatic walls, and colorful marine life. A big attraction in Dominica are the sperm whales. There are only a few places in the world where you can swim with sperm whales. Join our Elite Expedition to Dominica in January 2026. Led by renowned photographer Amos Nachoum, this once-in-a-lifetime experience offers incredible encounters with sperm whales in a small group.
Diving in St. Vincent and the Grenadines offers vibrant coral reefs, volcanic formations, wrecks, and rich marine life, including seahorses, frogfish, and rays, in crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Read More
Hundreds of world-class wrecks, dramatic caves, endless lush coral gardens, biodiversity to rival other Coral Triangle destinations like Indonesia, PNG, and the Philippines, little to no other dive boats around...the Solomon Islands truly is a scuba diving paradise.
Papua New Guinea, also called PNG, is THE scuba diving destination for anyone looking for pristine coral reefs, extremely rich marine life, and exotic culture in a completely off-the-beath-path location.
Scuba diving in Australia, especially liveaboard trips to the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea, offers tremendous volume and diversity of marine life, well managed marine parks, professional dive operations Read More
Scuba diving in the Red Sea offers divers some of the world's most beautiful coral reefs, plentiful marine life, and highly diverse sites to dive.
The remote island of Kosrae remains a diving secret, hosting intricate and healthy reefs but very few tourists. It's located 2,960 miles southwest of Honolulu. At only eight miles wide at its furthest points, this small 30% habitable island has been described as an undeveloped Tahiti.
Diving Tubbataha Reef is sought after for its incredible marine biodiversity, dynamic underwater terrain, and a wide variety of large marine animals including sea turtles, manta rays, various sharks, including the occasional whale sharks.
Belize diving is varied enough to please everyone from novices to seasoned divers. You'll find an abundance of coral gardens, sponges, reef sharks, rays, and small reef fish. Belize’s Barrier Reef shows modest post-2024 bleaching recovery in 2025 thanks to stronger no-take enforcement and active lion-fish removal, so fish populations and colours are rebounding for unforgettable dives.
Its stunning underwater diversity makes French Polynesia one of the best diving destinations in the world. French Polynesia is comprised of 118 incredible islands and atolls that host many varied dive sites, boasting colorful and lush reefs, various tropical fish, manta rays, and an array of sharks. One if its island, Mo'orea, is also known to be one of the 3 places on earth where humans can safely swim and snorkel among whales.
Scuba diving in Australia, especially liveaboard trips to the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea, offers tremendous volume and diversity of marine life, well managed marine parks, professional dive operations Read More
Boasting strong diving infrastructure, diverse types of diving, incredible walls and wrecks, and great visibility, the Cayman Islands--Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac--have been attracting scuba divers for decades, including beginners!
Scuba diving in Bali is exceptionally diverse and makes the perfect destination for a scuba diving safari. Unique macro critters, interesting wrecks, beautiful coral reefs, schools of tunas and barracudas, and bigger animals like mola molas and manta rays - Bali scuba diving has it all.
Lembeh Strait is the muck diving capital of the world and, is definitely one of the best macro photography destinations in the world. Underwater photographers flock here from all over the world to see a myriad of critters, frogfish, pipefish, nudibranchs, seahorses, juvenile fish, and other exotic animals. Don't expect beautiful coral reefs in Lembeh itself, but very scenic reefs exist at nearby islands.
Dumaguete is an all-in-one scuba diving destination, offering the perfect mix of everything a scuba diver would want--great selection of resorts, a nice -sized town, excellent muck diving with lots of rare critters along the Dauin coastline, and good wide-angle opportunities at Apo Island. Add in the friendly people of the Philippines and you have a winning scuba diving destination.
Cebu and Bohol feature pristine dive sites, from colorful reefs to marine sanctuaries. Divers can encounter diverse species, including turtles and rare critters, while exploring dramatic underwater landscapes and vibrant ecosystems.
Diving in Southern California can be a surprisingly rich experience offering a lot of diversity in marine life and leading you through its majestic kelp forests.
Cocos Island is one of the world's best scuba diving destinations for diving with big animals. Schooling hammerhead sharks is what the Cocos Island diving scene is most famous for, but you can find many other shark and ray species, including white tip reef sharks, silky sharks, the occasional whale sharks, manta rays and marble rays.
Diving in the Sea of Cortez offers encounters with whale sharks, sea lions, hammerheads, manta rays, and vibrant reefs, earning its nickname “The Aquarium of the World.” Read More
Sipadan offers world-class diving with vibrant coral walls, abundant marine life, and unique underwater ecosystems. Divers can encounter barracudas, turtles, and schools of fish, making it one of the world’s premier dive destinations.
Raja Ampat diving is characterized by its mindblowing diversity, featuring a plethora of medium to large size fish, good macro, and great hard and soft coral reefs, along with some muck and mangrove sites. The water temperatures hover at around 89F (31C) year-round--so warm that a wetsuit is hardly needed. The archipelago's topside scenery is also stunning.
Scuba diving in the Red Sea offers divers some of the world's most beautiful coral reefs, plentiful marine life, and highly diverse sites to dive.
Socorro scuba diving is an underwater adventure filled with exciting encounters with large marine animals, including friendly giant manta rays, playful dolphins, breaching humpback whales, whale sharks, various rays, and over seven shark species!
Diving in Turks and Caicos features stunning wall dives, vibrant coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and encounters with sharks, rays, turtles, and humpback whales during migration season. Read More
With clear blue water, white sand beaches, and great visibility, scuba diving in the Maldives is an unforgettable experience in an idyllic paradise. During a diving trip to the Maldives, you may see manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, soft & hard corals and much more.
Scuba diving in Bali is exceptionally diverse and makes the perfect destination for a scuba diving safari. Unique macro critters, interesting wrecks, beautiful coral reefs, schools of tunas and barracudas, and bigger animals like mola molas and manta rays - Bali scuba diving has it all.
Sipadan offers world-class diving with vibrant coral walls, abundant marine life, and unique underwater ecosystems. Divers can encounter barracudas, turtles, and schools of fish, making it one of the world’s premier dive destinations.
Boasting strong diving infrastructure, diverse types of diving, incredible walls and wrecks, and great visibility, the Cayman Islands--Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac--have been attracting scuba divers for decades, including beginners!
Belize diving is varied enough to please everyone from novices to seasoned divers. You'll find an abundance of coral gardens, sponges, reef sharks, rays, and small reef fish. Belize’s Barrier Reef shows modest post-2024 bleaching recovery in 2025 thanks to stronger no-take enforcement and active lion-fish removal, so fish populations and colours are rebounding for unforgettable dives.
Its stunning underwater diversity makes French Polynesia one of the best diving destinations in the world. French Polynesia is comprised of 118 incredible islands and atolls that host many varied dive sites, boasting colorful and lush reefs, various tropical fish, manta rays, and an array of sharks. One if its island, Mo'orea, is also known to be one of the 3 places on earth where humans can safely swim and snorkel among whales.
Papua New Guinea, also called PNG, is THE scuba diving destination for anyone looking for pristine coral reefs, extremely rich marine life, and exotic culture in a completely off-the-beath-path location.
Cozumel, Mexico boasts world-renowned coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life for scuba diving. Cozumel's drift dives, abundant colorfulcoral formations, and diverse species make it a top destination for scuba divers seeking stunning underwater experiences. Expect visibility often over 80 feet year-round - every dive will feel like a dream come true. Read More
Its stunning underwater diversity makes French Polynesia one of the best diving destinations in the world. French Polynesia is comprised of 118 incredible islands and atolls that host many varied dive sites, boasting colorful and lush reefs, various tropical fish, manta rays, and an array of sharks. One if its island, Mo'orea, is also known to be one of the 3 places on earth where humans can safely swim and snorkel among whales.
Hundreds of world-class wrecks, dramatic caves, endless lush coral gardens, biodiversity to rival other Coral Triangle destinations like Indonesia, PNG, and the Philippines, little to no other dive boats around...the Solomon Islands truly is a scuba diving paradise.
Scuba diving in Yap can be an eco-tourists dream come true, especially thanks to the recently designated protected area around Yap Island, where manta rays are able to swim freely and safely through the rich waters of the Pacific. With calm conditions and new sites still being discovered, Yap has something for every level of diver, from beginners to the most advanced.
Scuba diving in the Red Sea offers divers some of the world's most beautiful coral reefs, plentiful marine life, and highly diverse sites to dive.
The clear, calm waters of Dominica attract divers from all over the world. Diverse underwater landscapes feature volcanic vents, dramatic walls, and colorful marine life. A big attraction in Dominica are the sperm whales. There are only a few places in the world where you can swim with sperm whales. Join our Elite Expedition to Dominica in January 2026. Led by renowned photographer Amos Nachoum, this once-in-a-lifetime experience offers incredible encounters with sperm whales in a small group.
Boasting strong diving infrastructure, diverse types of diving, incredible walls and wrecks, and great visibility, the Cayman Islands--Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac--have been attracting scuba divers for decades, including beginners!
Diving Tubbataha Reef is sought after for its incredible marine biodiversity, dynamic underwater terrain, and a wide variety of large marine animals including sea turtles, manta rays, various sharks, including the occasional whale sharks.
Sipadan offers world-class diving with vibrant coral walls, abundant marine life, and unique underwater ecosystems. Divers can encounter barracudas, turtles, and schools of fish, making it one of the world’s premier dive destinations.
Papua New Guinea, also called PNG, is THE scuba diving destination for anyone looking for pristine coral reefs, extremely rich marine life, and exotic culture in a completely off-the-beath-path location.
Cozumel, Mexico boasts world-renowned coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life for scuba diving. Cozumel's drift dives, abundant colorfulcoral formations, and diverse species make it a top destination for scuba divers seeking stunning underwater experiences. Expect visibility often over 80 feet year-round - every dive will feel like a dream come true. Read More
Diving in Turks and Caicos features stunning wall dives, vibrant coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and encounters with sharks, rays, turtles, and humpback whales during migration season. Read More
Diving in the Sea of Cortez offers encounters with whale sharks, sea lions, hammerheads, manta rays, and vibrant reefs, earning its nickname “The Aquarium of the World.” Read More
Isla Mujeres is a year-round dive destination known for big animal encounters like whale sharks and mantas. Easy diving with abundant marine life like turtles make this a great family dive destination. Scuba divers can also enjoy beautiful corals, wrecks, and spot a variety of pelagic species. Another highlight is the sailfish season that attracts people all around. Plus, the island is also home to an underwater museum that has become a unique dive site. Isla Mujeres has a variety of dive sites for beginners and advanced divers both.
With clear blue water, white sand beaches, and great visibility, scuba diving in the Maldives is an unforgettable experience in an idyllic paradise. During a diving trip to the Maldives, you may see manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, soft & hard corals and much more.
Scuba diving in Australia, especially liveaboard trips to the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea, offers tremendous volume and diversity of marine life, well managed marine parks, professional dive operations Read More
Cebu and Bohol feature pristine dive sites, from colorful reefs to marine sanctuaries. Divers can encounter diverse species, including turtles and rare critters, while exploring dramatic underwater landscapes and vibrant ecosystems.
Cocos Island is one of the world's best scuba diving destinations for diving with big animals. Schooling hammerhead sharks is what the Cocos Island diving scene is most famous for, but you can find many other shark and ray species, including white tip reef sharks, silky sharks, the occasional whale sharks, manta rays and marble rays.
Belize diving is varied enough to please everyone from novices to seasoned divers. You'll find an abundance of coral gardens, sponges, reef sharks, rays, and small reef fish. Belize’s Barrier Reef shows modest post-2024 bleaching recovery in 2025 thanks to stronger no-take enforcement and active lion-fish removal, so fish populations and colours are rebounding for unforgettable dives.
