In winter, some attracted by the snow-covered slopes to ski, others - to the warm seas. But the sun with a colorful cocktail in hand the whole holiday - vacation beach plankton. Only one way out - to ride a board or swim under water. Surfing in all its manifestations, we will write later, but today we will focus on diving. as a tourist favorite place for winter diving chooses Egypt - is relatively close, it is not expensive, and the underwater world of reefs in the Red Sea really stunningly beautiful. However, the Red Sea, paradoxically, not the best place in the world for winter diving, aside from the issue price. So far the material Tatiana Herman - just about the best diving locations of the season. They have been selected on three criteria: favorable weather conditions during the winter months, the unique underwater spaces and safety for beginners.
Great Barrier Reef
This unique, the largest reef system, "created" by living organisms of the planet, with an area comparable with the UK. Of the 350 known coral species worldwide 340 are here. The reef is located on the coast of Australia in the Coral Sea. Its main part - under water and only at low tide it is slightly exposed. It is in this underwater treasure resides unprecedented number of bright colored fish and a myriad of shellfish. It is based Marine National Park, which is included in the List of World Heritage. Those who want to look into the underwater world for the first time can easily do it here, even without scuba gear. The exquisite beauty will leave no one indifferent, even in shallow water.
Diving conditions
Water temperature - +25 ... +30 ° C. Average visibility - 20-30 meters. The level of certification - from the OWD PADI.
Palau
This island nation in the western part of the Caroline Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Limpid water in the lagoons, furry hats tropical forests, gentle breezes leave a strong impression after visiting the amazing country. But the main charm of this tiny town of Paradise - the wealth of the underwater world. Liveaboard Association CEDAM International certified Palau as "one of the seven underwater wonders of the world". Here you can easily find so many reef sharks, white, black, gray. Frightened by the "Jaws" kettles can relax: Experienced divers argue that in fact predatory giants do not touch people. In addition, in the thick blue waters teeming with tropical fish of incredible colors, there is even a huge fish, parrots, with knob on his forehead and timid baby "mandarin". Often there are turtles, octopus, clams clams about a meter in length and many other sea inhabitants, the names of whom had not even been invented.
Diving conditions
Water temperature - +26 ... +27 ° C. Average Visibility - 20-30 m level of certification - from the OWD PADI.
Raja Ampat
This untouched by civilization archipelago is located to the west of Irian Jaya, Indonesia. The name translates as "four of the Sultan. Here is located the Garden of Eden for lovers of underwater walking. The richness of flora and fauna associated with coral reefs, untouched forests, which number 350 species. The waters abound with fish shoals unthinkable: sometimes because they do not see either the bottom or surface. Merry Mischievous, unusually curious, not afraid to swim close to divers and easily allow themselves to be touched. But it should not do it for their own safety, to make sure we do not receive a dose of poison. With great pleasure divers watch dolphins, whales and other unseen beings. Incidentally, these places are often called "factory discoveries. It was then discovered two new species Epaulette shark. Elegant inhabitants seabed bizarre color reach 1.5 meters in length. To fans of mysterious adventures will be interesting to know that near the Raja Ampat sank about 65 ships and 35 aircraft.
Diving conditions
Water temperature ranges from +28 to +30 ° C. Visibility under water is from 24 to 45 meters. The level of certification - from the OWD PADI. Every once opened the underwater world in this field, will forever remain in love with the sea. Beauty has no boundaries and barriers, she graciously accepts his embrace all wishing to enjoy the underwater world. Perhaps, for this is to become a regular guest of water expanses.
Great Barrier Reef
This unique, the largest reef system, "created" by living organisms of the planet, with an area comparable with the UK. Of the 350 known coral species worldwide 340 are here. The reef is located on the coast of Australia in the Coral Sea. Its main part - under water and only at low tide it is slightly exposed. It is in this underwater treasure resides unprecedented number of bright colored fish and a myriad of shellfish. It is based Marine National Park, which is included in the List of World Heritage. Those who want to look into the underwater world for the first time can easily do it here, even without scuba gear. The exquisite beauty will leave no one indifferent, even in shallow water.
Diving conditions
Water temperature - +25 ... +30 ° C. Average visibility - 20-30 meters. The level of certification - from the OWD PADI.
Palau
This island nation in the western part of the Caroline Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Limpid water in the lagoons, furry hats tropical forests, gentle breezes leave a strong impression after visiting the amazing country. But the main charm of this tiny town of Paradise - the wealth of the underwater world. Liveaboard Association CEDAM International certified Palau as "one of the seven underwater wonders of the world". Here you can easily find so many reef sharks, white, black, gray. Frightened by the "Jaws" kettles can relax: Experienced divers argue that in fact predatory giants do not touch people. In addition, in the thick blue waters teeming with tropical fish of incredible colors, there is even a huge fish, parrots, with knob on his forehead and timid baby "mandarin". Often there are turtles, octopus, clams clams about a meter in length and many other sea inhabitants, the names of whom had not even been invented.
Diving conditions
Water temperature - +26 ... +27 ° C. Average Visibility - 20-30 m level of certification - from the OWD PADI.
Raja Ampat
This untouched by civilization archipelago is located to the west of Irian Jaya, Indonesia. The name translates as "four of the Sultan. Here is located the Garden of Eden for lovers of underwater walking. The richness of flora and fauna associated with coral reefs, untouched forests, which number 350 species. The waters abound with fish shoals unthinkable: sometimes because they do not see either the bottom or surface. Merry Mischievous, unusually curious, not afraid to swim close to divers and easily allow themselves to be touched. But it should not do it for their own safety, to make sure we do not receive a dose of poison. With great pleasure divers watch dolphins, whales and other unseen beings. Incidentally, these places are often called "factory discoveries. It was then discovered two new species Epaulette shark. Elegant inhabitants seabed bizarre color reach 1.5 meters in length. To fans of mysterious adventures will be interesting to know that near the Raja Ampat sank about 65 ships and 35 aircraft. Diving conditions
Water temperature ranges from +28 to +30 ° C. Visibility under water is from 24 to 45 meters. The level of certification - from the OWD PADI. Every once opened the underwater world in this field, will forever remain in love with the sea. Beauty has no boundaries and barriers, she graciously accepts his embrace all wishing to enjoy the underwater world. Perhaps, for this is to become a regular guest of water expanses.