Best diving locations in the world you must know
Here is my favorite locations and small description
1. Scuba diving at Cozumel
Many divers in Cozumel's first words are, "It's
incredibly blue!" This underwater world is blessed with towering coral,
moderate temperature, and exceptional visibility, while on the surface you'll
find friendly residents, delicious food, sandy beaches, and busy nightlife.
It's the ideal diving holiday.
Cozumel diving is a paradise of lush walls and high-voltage
drifts, with tunnels and caverns waiting to be explored. As you gape at the
variety of animals drifting around these Mesoamerican reefs, make sure your
regulator stays in place.
After diving in Cozumel, eagle rays, turtles, and nurse
sharks are typical additions to log books. If you look attentively, you can
find lobsters, groupers, stingrays, and sergeant majors. Underwater
photographers: if you're looking for high-resolution coral, Cozumel has enough
of it.
Best time to dive in Cozumel
In Cozumel, there is no bad time to go diving. The water
temperature remains consistent year round at 78-82oF (25-28oC) and only
slightly cools during the winter months of September-December. You can dive for
almost 300 days out of the year, which is a really lengthy season for divers.
Cozumel diving is famed for its simple drifts, although
currents may be strong during the seasonal changeover, making it best suited to
expert dives. Divers who choose to go beneath the surface at this time will be rewarded
with more sharks and eagle rays.
The months of November to March, in particular, are ideal
for spotting bull sharks. Warm seas, un-crowded dive spots, and typically quiet
conditions may be found from May until September. If you prefer it warm, this is
the greatest season to dive in Cozumel, but diving in the Caribbean Sea is
enjoyable at any time of year.
2. Scuba diving Florida
With approximately 1,350 miles of coastline and an
abundance of freshwater springs and lakes to explore, the Sunshine State
doesn't scrimp on diving spots. Every day's diving will provide a new
adventure, from oil rigs and bridges to wrecks, reefs, sculptures, and many
aquatic creatures. Continue reading for a list of twelve dive spots that offer
some of the greatest scuba diving in Florida for both beginners and experienced
divers.
USS Oriskany
The USS Oriskany is located 22 miles south of Pensacola. It
is the world's largest artificial reef and a must-see when scuba diving in
Florida. The sunken aircraft carrier, dubbed "the Great Carrier
Reef," was purposefully sunk in 200ft (60m) of water in 2006. Because of
its photogenic topography, the 911-foot-long vessel now attracts marine life
and underwater photographers.
Tenneco Towers
The Rigs to Reefs initiative sunk five obsolete oil
platforms off the coast of Hallandale Beach in 1985. (Between Fort Lauderdale
and Miami). Three are for leisure divers (60-130ft/18-40m), while the other two
are for fishing and technical divers (about 200ft/60m). They form South
Florida's largest artificial reef when combined. Swim-through, coral-encrusted
pillars, a plethora of reef species, and passing pelagic (including bull
sharks) gives unrivaled photographic possibilities for explorers diving in
Florida.
Molasses Reef
This is one of Florida's largest and finest reefs, with over
30 dive sites ranging from 6-90ft (2-27m). This site is especially ideal for
novices due to its crystal clear waters and ease of access. The spur-and-groove
reef, located in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, is home to over
600 species of corals and invertebrates. If that isn't enough, there are also
turtles, eels, sharks, and a little of history at places like The Winch and
Spanish Anchor.
Rainbow River
Rainbow River, located 20 miles southwest of Ocala in
Dunnellon, Florida, provides drift divers with a freshwater experience. Bottom
periods may easily exceed an hour, with a maximum depth of 25ft (8m) and
visibility of 200ft (60m). Finding a shark's tooth, as well as turtles, otters,
and bubbling spring beds, is one of the attractions of this location.
Blue Heron Bridge
Under a bridge may not appear to be a perfect location for a
diversity of aquatic life. However, Blue Heron Bridge, located off Riviera
Beach, is a perfect site for all of Florida's tiniest gems as well as some of
the best diving in the state. Photographers go to the pilings to get images of
seahorses, octopus, batfish, and rays. Plus, with depths ranging from 6 to 25
feet (2 to 8 meters), divers have more time to explore the area's attractions.
Sunken shopping carts, two small wrecks, and three hammerhead shark statues are
all worth a look.
Crystal River
If you're scuba diving in Florida, places like King's Spring
are a must-see. The major appeal of Crystal River (90 minutes north of Tampa)
is the 10ft-long gentle giants. Hundreds of manatees come from the Gulf of
Mexico to seek warmth in the mild 72°F (22°C) springs throughout the winter
(Nov-Apr), and guided snorkel tours are the only legal opportunity to get up
close and personal with these playful-but-protected creatures.
DoD Towers
The Department of Defense Air Force Relay Tower Reefs are
located in the SE Gulf of Mexico triangle formed by Marco Island, Everglades
City, and Key West. The man-made structures exhibit the entire food chain, from
juvenile fish to fully mature pelagic species, making it a popular site for
both anglers and divers.
Christ of the Abyss
John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, located in the coast
of Key Largo, attracts divers and snorkelers owing to its colorful reefs and
offers some of the greatest scuba diving in the Florida Keys. But it's the
Christ of the Abyss diving site that's worth highlighting. The iconic 8.5ft
(2.6m), 4000-pound bronze sculpture of Jesus Christ stands in 25ft (7m) of
water and makes for fantastic photo opportunities. While the statue is one of
the most visited underwater locations in the world, the shallow depth, groove
coral formations, and accidental encounters with eagle rays and stingrays are
equally stunning.
Hog Heaven
This 180-foot barge is an artificial reef that fell upside
down by mistake. not the only reason But that's why Hog Heaven, off the coast
of Palm Beach, is a diver's favorite when scuba diving in Florida. The dive
profiles are ideal for beginning divers, with depths ranging from 50 to 65 feet
(15 to 20 meters). And the barge's easily accessible apertures are home to
schools of snappers, grunts, and camera-ready angelfish.
Spiegel Grove
It's difficult to tell which Florida Key offers the finest
diving. However, one of Florida's most famous wrecks, the Spiegel Grove, is
located off the coast of Key Largo in 130 feet (39 meters) of water. The 510ft
(155m) US Navy Landing Ship Dock was sunk in 2002 and landed on its starboard
side until Hurricane Dennis turned it upright in 2005. It now draws a diverse
range of marine species, from dazzling schools of silversides to gigantic
grouper hiding in its depths.
3. Scuba diving us Virgin Islands
The US Virgin Islands are located in the Caribbean, 60
kilometers east of Puerto Rico. This is a tropical island chain that has
something for everyone. There are three main islands, each with its own
distinct personality.
St. Thomas is a bustling island with a spectacular reef
edge, making it an ideal home for turtles, lobsters, and eels. Carvel Rock is a
must-see for divers visiting St. John's Island. Keep a look out for passing
nurse sharks, squid, octopus, and stingrays during your drift dive. St. Croix's
gorges, swim-throughs, and plummeting cliffs are all adorned with sponges and
sea fans.
The variety of the US Virgin Islands ensures that divers
will discover an island that meets their holiday and diving needs.
When is the best time
to dive in the United States Virgin Islands?
Throughout the year, white and black tip reef sharks swim
among the islands, but if you're lucky, you could see a hammerhead or tiger
shark. The greatest time to observe a humpback whale is from January to March,
while loggerhead turtles may be seen from February to August.