Explore 27 dive destinations across the globe.
How the 27 destinations on this map compare across the five oceans we cover.
| Region | Destinations | Avg Rating | Avg Visibility | Avg Water Temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Ocean | 18 | 4.6/5 | 26m | 27°C |
| Atlantic Ocean | 3 | 4.4/5 | 50m | 16°C |
| Caribbean Sea | 3 | 4.4/5 | 27m | 27°C |
| Indian Ocean | 2 | 4.5/5 | 30m | 28°C |
| Red Sea | 1 | 4.3/5 | 35m | 25°C |
The map is the fastest way to shortlist where to dive next. Here is how to get the most out of it.
Use the filter buttons above the map to isolate an ocean. Each region has a distinct character: the Pacific delivers the richest biodiversity, the Red Sea the best wrecks, the Caribbean the easiest shore diving. The stats table below the map summarises what each region offers on average.
Marker colour identifies the ocean; marker size reflects the overall rating, so a quick glance shows which spots are worth the journey. Click a marker to see the destination name, country, rating, and a direct link to its full guide with visibility, temperatures, and best months.
Once two or three destinations catch your eye, open their guides and use the compare tool to weigh them side by side. The dive finder is the natural next step if you still have flexibility on timing or experience level.
A quick tour of the five regions and the diving they are known for.
The Pacific hosts the Coral Triangle, the most biodiverse marine region on Earth. Raja Ampat, Komodo, and Palau anchor our coverage, with manta rays, reef sharks, pygmy seahorses, and world-class muck diving in Indonesia.
Average rating 4.6/5, visibility 26m, water 27°C.
The Atlantic spans temperate pelagic action at the Azores, with blue sharks and mobula rays, to tropical reef systems. It offers genuinely different diving from the classic tropical circuits.
Average rating 4.4/5, visibility 50m, water 16°C.
The Caribbean is the most accessible dive region in the world: warm water year-round, shore diving at Bonaire, and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef at Cozumel. A natural first choice for beginners and underwater photographers.
Average rating 4.4/5, visibility 27m, water 27°C.
The Indian Ocean delivers luxury atolls and megafauna hotspots. The Maldives house reefs, manta cleaning stations at Hanifaru Bay, and reliable whale shark encounters define this region relaxed, high-visibility diving.
Average rating 4.5/5, visibility 30m, water 28°C.
The Red Sea is the wreck capital of the world, with over 250 identified wrecks including the SS Thistlegorm. Coral walls, visibility past 30 meters, and year-round warmth make it a top-value destination.
Average rating 4.3/5, visibility 35m, water 25°C.
Click any ocean button above the map — Pacific, Indian, Caribbean, Red Sea, or Atlantic. The markers and the destination list below update instantly to show only that region. Click "All" to return to the full map.
Each marker is colour-coded by ocean and sized by rating: bigger markers score higher. The top-rated destinations on this map are Galapagos Islands, Raja Ampat, Cocos Island — all rated 4.9/5 or above.
Our database of 27 destinations is rated on marine life, visibility, value, and ease of diving. The current top performers are Galapagos Islands (4.9/5), Raja Ampat (4.9/5), Cocos Island (4.8/5), Komodo National Park (4.8/5), Palau (4.8/5). Click any marker for a link to the full guide.
Yes. The map is generated from the same destination database that powers every guide on this site, so ratings, ocean tags, and coordinates always match the detail pages. New destinations appear here automatically when published.
Absolutely. Start with the map to shortlist regions, then open each destination card below to see best months, visibility, water temperature, and daily costs. Use the compare tool to weigh up two shortlisted destinations side by side, and the finder to narrow choices by month and experience level.
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