Top Ten Dive Sites Across The World
To experience 1000s of species of sea life and best reefs we have all around the world many people travelling further to experience diving which has become one of the most popular sports of our time. Here's a list of some of the best diving sites from near to far to help you plan your next trip:
SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT is a great place to learn to dive, even snorkelling's great to start off as a beginner. At Naama Bay you can see Parrot Fish and Masked Butterfly Fish swimming carefree in the clear waters just a few feet off the main beach. To explore the fabulous Yolanda Reef, home to turtles, sharks and tuna, it's worth doing a trip to Ras Mohammed National Park. Sharm el Sheikh is an ideal choice for those with families who can enjoy the life of a developed beach resort where you can take part in your favourite sport.
The Red Sea beach resort of HURGHADA, EGYPT offers many diving schools for those looking to learn or improve their diving skills. With over 30 dive sites off the coast there's no end to how much you can do here. One of the most popular reefs, Careless Reef, offers many caves to explore and if you are lucky you may spot the famous Moray Eels said to be semi-tame or even a Barracuda.
MARSA ALAM, EGYPT With hundreds of species of tropical and marine fish, holidays to Marsa Alam offer spectacular snorkelling and diving opportunities. Less crowded than its rivals, Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada, it's great for exploring the best of what the Red Sea has to offer. Elphinstone reef is over 20m wide and 180m long, and is one of the most popular dive sites in Marsa Alam and home to many species of shark. It's excellent for exploring the pink and purple corals, home to Lion Fish and if you're lucky you could even spot dolphins in these warm waters.
COSTA DEL SOL, SPAIN has great diving opportunities, with many dive sites accessible from Fuengirola and Benalmadena, in fact along the whole coastline stretching 160km down to Gibraltar. La Costa Tropical is one of the most popular dive sites in Spain home to beautiful Moonfish, Scorpion fish and even dolphins. It's great for the advanced diver or beginners and even snorkelling allows you to see this fascinating underwater world up close along the protected bays.
MALDIVES Where better to immerse yourself in warm, transparent waters than in the Indian Ocean. Spectacular dive sites are in abundance in the Maldives, Reethi Beach is one of the best and the House Reef is teaming with Bat Fish and Eagle Rays. The diving here is for the more experienced though great snorkelling is available too from most islands; turtles love to swim along next to you.
THAILAND is home to Phuket which offers spectacular diving in the Andaman Sea. Visit Racha Noi South Point to swim with Manta Rays, and spot the stunning Leopard Sharks at Shark Point. Shark Point is also the place to try and spot the camouflaged scorpion fish hiding amongst the coral. Mid November to April is the best time to dive here as the monsoon winds can reduce visibility at other times of the year.
MEXICO is home to Playa Del Carmen and Cozumel, two world class diving and beach resorts. Suitable for all levels of diver, Playa Del Carmen is home to the Whale Shark, one of the "must- sees." There are dive companies offering excursions to take you to Holbox for a chance to snorkel with these famous creatures. Paradise Reef is the place to do this where you can see Octopus and spotted Moray Eels, the waters come alive at night in Cozumel, popular for night dives.
PUNTA CANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC offers the chance to experience warm Caribbean waters home to shipwrecks and stunning corals and sponges as well as lots of caves to explore. Explore the rock formations which these beautiful creatures call home, Eagle Rays and Nurse Sharks will meander past as you dive. The currents from the Atlantic often sweeping past this area in the winter months can make diving conditions difficult, so the optimum time to visit is April to September.
COSTA RICA in Central America has many great dive sites just a short boat ride away from the coast. Unusual species of fish such as cow-nose rays, the beautiful seahorse and the spade fish are found in these waters. Many diving companies can take you out to experience these sights on day trips and at night. Emerging from the coral, sea hares and tube worms make the waters come alive at night.
SRI LANKA has fantastic diving opportunities with many shipwrecks to explore; Cargo Wreck is the most popular teaming with hundreds of fish and cleaner shrimps. The wreck is mostly intact and the size of the propeller makes you realise the enormity of this wreck. Schools of Snappers and Lion Fish rush past you on their daily mission hardly noticing you, amazing!
With top class hotels, a short flight time from the UK and some of the world's best diving, holidays to Marsa Alam are a must! My favourite of all has to be Marsa Alam.
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Yvonne Dawson also writes for TravelNewz, check out the site for interesting and fun news stories.
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