A world of astonishing color that is teeming with life, beauty, and power. A land where you can feel the sun on your skin or taste freshwater as it bubbles up from below ground – this simple act has inspired a lifelong passion in many people who have experienced it for themselves to share their stories through photography.
In today’s post, we’ll explore some island reefs off mainland Thailand, Mexico & Caribbean which offer breathtaking sights both above sea level but also underwater!
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Top 10: Andros Island
Andros Island is a small, privately owned island in the Bahamas that was once used for logging. The name “Andros” comes from an Indian word meaning brave because it’s home to many fearless natives who are known throughout this region as tough people!
The third-largest barrier reef in the world can be found on Andros, a small island about an hour and a half flight south from Miami. The shore side of this natural wonder provides excellent diving for those who want peace with little activity while ocean swimming offers something different–more intense currents that make it exciting but also risky business if you’re not sure what is happening within them.
Top 9: Raja Ampat
The Raja Ampat is a paradise for divers, with its big fish and crystal clear water.
The Raja Ampat islands are an incredibly diverse region, with the marine life density being higher than any other spot on earth. This is due in part because it has such a low human population- between 100 – 600 people per square mile!
Top 8: Mahe
The Mahe Island in the Seychelles chain has an impressive amount of subaquatic scenery to offer divers. Home to several marine parks, you can dive with turtles or dolphins while on your holiday there! One popular location is Ste Anne National Park which is 5 km from the capital Victoria and worth checking out if scuba diving interests are tickling at heart.
Top 7: Little Cayman
Little Cayman is an island in the Caribbean with white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The best dive spots in the world are found on Little Cayman, an island that arguably offers some of them. With over 50 unique sites to explore–from sea plumes and coral gardens with their diverse fish population (many different types) you can’t go wrong!
Top 6: Taveuni
The island of Taveuni, in the Fiji Islands. It’s famous for its crystal clear water and stunning scenery that you can find nowhere else on earth!
Taveuni, the third largest island in Fiji’s chain and is often called “the garden island” for its abundant flower life with beautiful colors beneath the water. The Rainbow Reef has been renowned as one of the best places to dive or snorkel with opportunities at this site which includes observing some amazing fish such as leopard sharks along with other colorful sea creatures like Blue Ribbon Eels!
Top 5: Boracay
Boracay is an island paradise that has been called “the Philippines’ best-kept secret.” A pristine destination with white sand beaches and clear blue seas, it features rustic hotels rich in history.
Boracay is a paradise for divers. The nearby waters are home to 26 dive sites with varying depths and attractions, but only experienced ones should venture into rough seas near Yapak Walls because it can get dangerous there due to strong currents. Others may find Camia Reefs more appealing since they offer high visibility as well as plenty of fish!
Top 4: Cozumel Island
A hidden gem in the Caribbean, Cozumel Island is a must-see for any traveler. With its crystal clear water and white sand beaches, you’ll never want to leave! There are over 150 dive sites that offer amazing sights with depths from 10 feet up so if snorkeling isn’t your thing there are plenty more ways to get wet too including kayaking tours or swimming with sharks at Akunos Specialty Resort & Spa.
The underwater world around Cozumel is one of the best diving areas in Mexico. Jacques Cousteau discovered it back in 1959, and since then this small island has become a National Marine Park to protect delicate coral reefs with amazing variety of fish populations like tuna right off their coastlines but also turtles!
For divers, the marine park offers some of the best visibility that one might encounter. Visibility often reaches distances up to 30 meters (100ft). or more – a distinctive part about this location is its Splendid Toadfish fish species found nowhere else on Earth!
Top 3: Roatan
Diving in Roatán is a dream for scuba divers. Located near two of the largest barrier reefs in all of the Caribbean, its easy access with pristine underwater environments make this an ideal spot to learn how to dive and explore below sea level more fully than ever before! Utila island has some courses that will teach you everything from beginner levels up until professional certification – making them cheaper than anywhere else on earth too!
Top 2: Koh Tao
Koh Tao is a small island off the coast of Thailand that has seen an increase in tourists due to its beautiful beaches. The best time for travelers will be between March-November when the high tide allows them access onto land at all five hot springs on this beachfront destination!
Koh Tao, a tiny island east of Thailand’s Gulf Coast is home to 7000 new divers each year. The clear waters make it an attractive place for those who want to learn how to swim underwater and view all sorts species from coral reefs in pristine condition down to large schools or barracudas lounging on stacked up rocks waiting for their next meal. Visibility can be as much as 20 meters here which makes diving easier than many other places around the world where visibility might only reach 5-10 meters!
Top 1: Bonaire
Bonaire is a small island in the Caribbean. The Dutch settlers who settled here intended to create an artificial harbor and useful resource for shipping trade routes, but they fell short because of environmental reasons like hurricanes which make long-lasting settlements difficult on this shoreline paradise!
Bonaire is a Dutch island in the Caribbean with dive sites for miles. The reefs are what make it so great, but they’re not too far out there either- most of these wonderful places can be accessed by snorkelers and divers right offshore!
