Benthos Bali Dive Resort, Amlapura city, Indonesia

An often-overlooked attraction in Bali, is its underwater wonders. The diversity of marine life here, truly is exceptional; your diving (or snorkeling) trip can start at the coral rich waters of Blue Lagoon, then a Sunfish dive off the coast of Candidasa, followed by a visit from a school of gentle Manta rays in the famous Manta Point dive site at Nusa Penida island. You can hunt for all things small at Bali’s top muck diving site The Jetty or head to West Bali National Park to seek the elusive Mandarin fish.

For wreck enthusiasts, you can dive to your heart’s content at the USAT Liberty Wreck in Tulamben, Kubu Wreck and the Japanese wreck in Amed, all located just minutes apart.

From pristine coral reefs that are condensed with thousands of species of hard and soft coral, as well a high concentration of fish and marine life, plus all the relaxing, tasty and exhilarating top-side adventures, it is easy to see why this tropical destination has been voted the world’s best island, time and time again.