Unmissable Dive Sites in the South Pacific

With a more than overwhelming depth of 30,000 ft. the South Pacific region is a hidden treasure and an underwater paradise for divers and swimmers. From multicolored fish to rainbow-colored reefs, from bizarre underwater formations to remains of ancient shipwrecks, airplanes and underwater submarines, the South Pacific is one of the best places to discover natural beauty at its best. Made up of over 20,000 chains of small islands, the Pacific Ocean is one of the best regions in the world to vacation with Norwegian Cruise Lines to witness the rich underwater ecosystem. Fortunately, South Pacific is also home to some of the best dive sites and underwater caves in the world, namely Micronesia, Fiji Islands, Melanesia, Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and many more. In addition, these areas are also joined by world-class resorts offering luxury accommodations at an affordable price. Check out these amazing dive sites we've prepared for you below:

Fiji: The Soft Coral Island is uniquely diverse, blessed with huge marine life, spectacular dive sites, thousands of species of fish, seamounts, colorful reefs surrounded by kid fish ranging from barracudas to various shark species. Vatu-i-ran, the coral capital of Fiji, is one of the most visited dive sites and some of the other popular dive sites include Savusavu, Mantaray Island, Bligh Water, Rainbow Reef, Mamanucas, Island Tavenui, Beqa Shark Dive and many more. The warm and crystal clear waters are the best place for beginners and for experienced divers there is plenty to dig deeper.

Micronesia: Micronesia is surrounded by an endless chain of vibrant islands that dot this region, many of which are still unknown or unheard of. These small islands make up several sovereign countries such as Palau, Kiribati, the Federated States of Micronesia, the US territories of Guam, Nauru, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Wake Island. Each of these islands has its unique attractions and offers great diving spots for every type of visitor. Each dive site has manta rays, shipwrecks, sharks and colorful reefs. Palau, Ulong Channel and the Chuuk Lagoon is one of the most popular dive sites in Micronesia. If you really don't want to miss these amazing dive sites, book your reservation with Norwegian Cruise Lines 2020 today. Get a chance to take a cruise during the low season and take advantage of the cheap prices at one of your favorite destinations.

Papua New Guinea: With warm water available all year round, Papua New Guinea is widely celebrated for its vast and exceptionally rich marine culture. The endless chain of more than 500 volcanic islands is home to shipwrecks dating back to World War II, vibrant barrier reefs, and a variety of underwater diving areas. The dive sites are also the best way to discover the underwater species such as the sea turtle, 2000+ fish species, coral gardens and also underwater ruins. Some of the must-see dive sites in this region are Madang, Kavieng, Rabaul, Tufi, Port Moresby, Alotau, Witu Islands, Kimbe Bay, Father's Reef, PNG, etc. The dive sites are suitable for all ages and can be visited by anyone . year-round, however, the best season is between May and November.

Unmissable Dive Sites in the South Pacific