The coastal reefs of the Caribbean isles provide a large offering of gorgeous plant life and amazing wildlife allowing for a multitude of diving opportunities. Diving spots and locations that would take a lifetime to explore are featured on each and every island. Any diver will be exposed to a variety of wonders and challenges by the rewarding pastime that is Caribbean diving. On the list of countries that are available to visit, your top two choices should include Curacao and Bonaire.
Curacao " A must dive site when enjoying Caribbean diving
The isle is home to just about 40 beaches. Some are secluded while other are home to beach front hotels. The country is known for diving, Curacao is home to expansive coral reefs, and many of the beach resorts cater exclusively to divers. Some of the best diving opportunities come from Westpunt, a prime spot for Caribbean scuba diving.
The reef is developed from lava rock which hosted the coral for centuries. The underwater garden of beautiful reeds alone and some of the shores is rivaled by the massive formations that extend into the dark depths of the oceans. These reefs are teaming with the wildlife that makes Caribbean diving an adventure.
There are 60 named dive sites and along the southern coastline of Curacao and over 40 of these are equipped with chains. These dive sites are able to provide experiences for divers of all skill levels. Curacao is one location that should be visited by every diver and the experience is one that will not be erased easily from their memory.
Bonaire Diving and Scuba " Experience one of the best in Caribbean diving
Bonaire has been included among the premier Caribbean diving locations for seven years in a row. Once divers hit the water, they will be awestruck by the breathtaking vastness of aquatic life. Bonaire is in fact home to eight of the top ten locations with the largest variety of species. These locations are Bari Reef in Den Laman, the top location for species density, along with Red Slave, Toris Reef, Front Porch, The Invisibles, Something Special, Green Submarine and Karpata, which is all directly offshore.
Bonaire was also awarded the Rodales Readers Choice Award for top shore diving destination for fifteen straight years. In terms of shore diving, Bonaire allows you to dive at any time at any site and with any diving profile. Bonaire also offers other great deals such as boat diving sites in addition to shore diving.
Caribbean Diving - An Life Changing Experience
All in all the Caribbean offers a variety of sites when it comes to diving. Countless adventures and awesome sceneries for divers of all levels of experience. Bonaire and Curacao offer unique experiences, and if you are to choose any locations in the Caribbean to experience diving, Curacao and Bonaire should top your list.