![]() ![]() Diving opportunities include: cave diving, a submerged goldmine and the 64-gun wreck of the HMS Agamemnon. But Punta del Este might be the best-kept secret in the South Atlantic. When you think of iconic scuba diving destinations, Uruguay might not be at the top of your list. Read about diving with whale sharks in Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia, explore the best dive sites around Brisbane, or read our guide to diving Australia and the Great Barrier Reef. Learn more about scuba diving in South Africa.Īustralia is another destination where it’s possible to scuba dive two oceans in one trip (the Pacific and Indian oceans). The Eastern Cape and Kwa-Zulu Natal offer warmer waters and coral reefs. Take in the world-famous Sardine Run off the Agulhas Banks, or cage dive with great white sharks. Oceanic Double-dipsĭivers can explore two oceans in one trip by visiting South Africa, which borders both the Atlantic and Indian oceans. This island nation offers close-in wreck diving and charming topside culture. Scuba divers who don’t care for cold should consider sunny Bermuda (which is technically located in the North Atlantic). Score a continental two-fer by visiting Silfra, Iceland and diving between the North American and European continents. North Atlanticįor divers who love history, the North Atlantic has more historical wrecks per square meter than anywhere else in the world. Or visit Spitsbergen in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago for exciting wreck dives, beluga sightings and adorable puffins. In Baffin Island, Canada, you can scuba dive, ride a snowmobile, and learn about Inuit culture. Good thing you’ll have 24 hours of daylight to see them all. Read on for a few new ideas for your diving bucket list: Arcticīowhead whales, narwhals, orcas walruses and polar bears await you in the Arctic Ocean. In the spirit of the curious wanderers who first ventured across our blue planet, we’re going to choose scuba diving destinations you may not have heard about before. In honor of World Oceans Day, we’re going to explore dive sites within the modern Seven Seas which include: the Arctic, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, North Pacific, South Pacific, Indian, and Southern oceans. – After Europeans explored North and South America, the Seven Seas became the Arctic, Atlantic, Indian and Pacific oceans, along with the Mediterranean and Caribbean seas, plus the Gulf of Mexico. – The phrase Seven Seas comes from Greek literature and originally referred to the Aegean, Adriatic, Black, Caspian, Mediterranean, and Red seas – plus the Persian Gulf. To start planning your Red Sea dive safari aboard the Blue Planet 1 liveaboard, call us or book online today.Ever wonder which bodies of water make up the Seven Seas? As you likely learned in school, our planet has five oceans (Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Southern/Antarctic), so what two bodies of water round out the Seven Seas? Blue Planet 1 itineraries depart from Hurghada to offer 6 days of diving around the northern wrecks and reefs of the Red Sea, including the world-famous SS Thistlegorm and Abu Nuhas - the ships graveyard. ![]() On the dive deck are charging stations, individual gear storage areas, rinse tanks and fresh-water showers. The Blue Planet 1 liveaboard has a large dive deck located at the back of the boat, along with a swim platform and tenders to make getting to and from the dive sites as easy as possible. Outside is a shaded terrace and two cushioned sunbathing platforms allowing ample space for everyone. On the main deck is a spacious indoor salon and dining area with entertainment system. Spread around the boat is ample space to relax and unwind during your Red Sea dive safari. Each cabin features twin beds, private en-suite bathrooms, individually controlled air-conditioning and storage space. Six standard cabins are located on the lower deck and two sea-view cabins are located on the upper deck. The Blue Planet 1 liveaboard Egypt accommodates just 15 guests in 8 twin cabins. ![]() Dive the Northern Red Sea & Wrecks from Hurghada.Only 15 guests on board for a more intimate setting. ![]()
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