Asia provides few of the greatest diving zones on the planet. You can discover whatever you would like within the crystal-clear waters, whether you dive one day or go on a liveaboard excursion.The popularity of these diving zones is growing as thousands of people come to the region year after year to experience exceptional diving. Here’s a quick look at the top 4 countries best for diving in Asia.

 

1. THAILAND

Thailand is the heart of Southeast Asia, provides some exceptional diving: within the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea, each settled within the south and extreme north, within the Similan Islands. On the west coast, the majority of the diving is done in Phi Phi Islands and Similan Islands. Similan can be accessed through liveaboards or speedboats that operate out of Phuket.

Surin and Similan Islands fall beyond the Burmese bank, and are linked to leopard sharks, manta rays, whale sharks as well as other fishes like the cuttlefish, frog fishes and more. Additional going towards the north of Surin Islands, a group of 5 islands and two islets stand close to the Burmese border. Here one can find a marine park with a vibrant collection of species. These islands provide the very best diving experience in Thailand.

Diving in Thailand is accessible all-round the year, even though visibility changes based on seasons. Within the Andaman Sea the very best time to dive is from October to April, and within the Gulf of Thailand, from the month of May to September. Thailand features extremely clear waters and an adequate sea temperature of 28C.

 

 

2. INDONESIA

The world’s biggest archipelago containing 10-15 per cent from the world’s coral reefs is housed within these stunning islands. These Islands are strategically situated in Asia and Melanesia and Australian biological treasure, the cause for the abundance of fish population’s here.

There’s a dive encounter for each and every degree of diver – from shallow diver to newbies and snorkelers, steep drop-offs, etc. The greatest challenge for divers in Indonesia is to pick the best diving place- you will find numerous locations where nobody has ever dived before; this opens up the possibility of discovering new sites.

 

3. MALAYSIA

This place holds numerous attractions for tourists who love to scuba dive. The extraordinary biodiversity in terms of sea life, coupled with stunning islands, white sandy beaches and clear warm water indicates Malaysia’s popularity as the top diving destination of the world.

Leading dive sites in Malaysia such as Tioman island area is also an excellent tourist destination. But the very best area is Borneo / Sabah. Divers can explore the reefs of Sipadan, Mabul, Sepilok and Layang Layang Island.

 

 

4. The PHILIPPINES

Also referred to as the Pearl from the East Sea, Philippines is situated 1210 km (750 miles) from mainland Asia, and consists of 7,107 islands. With 334,539 miles of all-natural harbor and the bay plus palm-fringed white sand beaches, it has the longest coastline on the planet. The nation is blessed with a few of the very best diving spots on the planet with warm, crystal clear water which offers visibility as much as 60 meters underwater.