January 26, 2009

Caribbean Diving - The Treasure of the Isles

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

Many of Curacao’s beautiful beaches are secluded while others are home to beach front resorts that offer swell holidays. Famous for diving, Curacao is has extensive coral reefs and many of its 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 rivalled 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.

The southern coastline of Curacao has more than 60 named dive sites able to provide experiences to divers of all skill levels, with over 40 of the dive sites equipped with chains. The experience will not be forgettable as one experiences the uniquely available diving. Diving Curacao is has to be a must for many diving enthusiasts.

Caribbean Diving Destination - Bonaire Diving and Scuba

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, Tori’s Reef, Front Porch, The Invisibles, Something Special, Green Submarine and Karpata, which is all directly offshore.

Further to this, Rodale’s Readers Choice Award for top shore diving destination has been awarded to Bonaire for 15 years running. In terms of shore diving, Bonaire also hosts a variety of boat diving operations that service excellent locations.

Caribbean Diving - An Life Changing Experience

The Caribbean isles offer numerous adventures and amazing wonders for people of all levels of experience when it comes to diving. Curacao and Bonaire offer unique experiences and they should both be at the top of your list when choosing any location in the Caribbean diving experience. There are plenty of opportunities available to experience the wonders of the expansive coral reef with all manners of marine life and your level of experience doesn’t really matter.

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