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Virgin Islands Diving

How Perfect Are The Virgin Islands for Diving?

Do you enjoy seeing the underwater world on vacation? If so, have you ever gone snorkeling and witnessed the colorful fish and corals that lie just below the water's surface? Envision yourself submerged alongside these endearing creatures; they would surround you in full, glorious, technicolor immersion.

Diving Highlights Of The US Virgin Islands

If you're going to the US Virgin Islands, you should definitely schedule a scuba diving excursion. There are even opportunities to learn to dive or get your open water certification if you have not already taken the necessary classes at home. You may need to invest more time if you're a beginner, but the crystal clear water will be well worth it. There may also be specialized trips focusing on rock structures, underwater photos, and wreck diving.

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The Salt River Canyons. This is a popular destination for scuba enthusiasts because of the opportunity to wall dive and explore the reefs and fish communities that line the wall. Thatch Cay island, The Tunnels of Thatch can be found in this area; they resemble arches more than tunnels, but are still fascinating. Their aquatic life should include a broad variety of species. Cow & Calf rocks. These are located in the narrow channel between St. John and St. Thomas and rise dramatically out of the sea; divers can investigate numerous caves and ledges in this area. Night dives. Fredericksted Pier provides novice divers the ability to experience a dive at night!
Wrecks. Check out the Navy Barges which thou underwater now were quarters for military during World War II. Rosa Maria is known to be one of the deepest dives of the five wrecks at the northwest tip of St. Croix.

St. John island is the most eco-conscious and is home to the coral gardens of Trunk and Cinnamon Bays


Diving In The British Virgin Islands

The BVI's has amazing selection of diving which rarely exceed 80 feet in depth

Dive spots in the Dog Islands include "The chimney," a deliberately sunk commuter aircraft, and Dolphin Rocks, where barracuda, mackerel, and tarpon can often be seen during the appropriate seasons. Exploring the Rhone, a well-preserved English ship from the 19th century, will take some time. You can go scuba diving at any of the many locations in the British Virgin Islands, such as Shark Point, the cave in Lee Bay, the waters off the coast of Virgin Gorda, or the Baths. An underwater diver's dream!

Take Time To Enjoy The Surface Too!

Divers will have plenty to see in the Virgin Islands over the course of multiple trips, but landlubbers shouldn't neglect the many exciting options available to them. White Bay's party shoreline, exploring Virgin Gorda's Baths. Countless Beaches, Safe Waters for Sailing, and Beautiful Scenery to Enjoy with Friends. After all that fun above and below the surface, you'll be eager to plan another journey back in no time.

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