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These are the five most spectacular dive spots in the world

Experience the colourful diversity of the seas

2 June 2021


Once explore the colorful underwater diversity of the oceans? Or even experience the impressive sea creatures up close? Then get into the cool water! Whether you are a hobby diver or a professional diver, the world has some of the most fascinating Locationsto explore the breathtaking nature of the oceans. We have the five most spectacular dive spots at a glance.

1. caribbean

The Caribbean is at the top of the list when it comes to unforgettable underwater beauty. Belize in particular is the hotspot for all diving fans. In the Great Blue Hole, an undersea sinkhole off the coast of Belize, for example, you can admire the colorful splendor of the corals with a visibility of up to 30 meters and lukewarm water temperatures. A very special highlight: From a depth of 15 meters the salt water changes to fresh water. To experience this fascinating spectacle, simply take your breathing apparatus out of your mouth and test it.

Belize, Curacao or off the coast of Bonaire are popular dive sites in the Caribbean. Credit: Meritt Thomas/Unsplash

2. Galapagos

The dive sites of the Galapagos Islands are among the most spectacular big fish diving areas in the world. Schools of hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, sea lions and turtles are just some of the many highlights of this unique diving area. But the islands are not only popular for their underwater world, nature lovers also get their money's worth on land. Tip: On multi-day diving cruises, the entire ocean around the island can be explored.

The waters around the Galapagos archipelago are bursting with lush life. Credit: Pen Ash/816 Images/Pixabay

3. indonesia

One of the absolute favourites of underwater fans is Raja Ampat, an archipelago in Indonesia that lies to the west of New Guinea. With 13,000 species of fish and 550 species of coral, the reefs there are home to more creatures than anywhere else. If you want more action, you can drift dive with the currents in Komodo National Park. There, especially manta rays are very trusting.

This country has so much more to offer than just Bali - Indonesia impresses with beautiful dive sites. Credit: Simon Schafstall/Unsplash

4. egypt

It is one of the classic diving spots: Ras Mohammed National Park in Egypt. The Red Sea at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, not far from the tourist stronghold of Sharm El-Sheikh, is one of Egypt's diving hotspots and can be dived all year round. Best of all, the water temperatures here never drop below 22 degrees Celsius.

By the way, the best season for diving in Egypt is from September to November. Credit: Ralf Schlegel/Unsplash

5. australia

When you think of Australia and diving, the Great Barrier Reef immediately comes to mind. But the southernmost country on earth has much more to offer. At the Ningaloo Reef on the west coast of Australia, for example, you can swim with the largest fish in the world, the gentle whale shark. But peaceful dolphins and dugongs are also at home there. Other places, such as The Yongala or Kangaroo Island also have a special underwater landscape to offer.

If you love sea lions and swimming with the cute animals, you'll be happy in Australia. Credit: Chad Taylor/Unsplash

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