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The Best Scuba Destinations for Beginner Divers

You don't always need to venture into the depths to experience dazzling underwater spectacles and an array of marine life—these destinations prove that.

Plaza Beach & Dive Resort and Toucan Diving

Plaza Beach & Dive Resort and its on-site dive center Toucan Diving combined for a total of 13 awards in the 2025 Scuba Diving Readers Choice Awards.

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Jack’s Diving Locker, Big Island, Hawaii

Since 1981, this dive shop has been a leader in the Big Island dive community.

Best Destinations to Dive With Big Animals

Scuba Diving readers say these are the top destinations to dive with big animals.

Where to Dive for the Most Value

These popular dive sites ranked high in our 2024 Readers Choice survey for delivering great value. You told us where to go; we're showing you what to do when you get there.

Best Destinations for Shore Diving

Don't take it from us: These three locales were given top marks in our 2024 Readers Choice survey. You told us where to go; we're showing you what to do when you get there.

Best Destinations for Advanced Diving

Looking to explore a little deeper or try out a new underwater skill? Here are the best places for advanced open water divers to visit.