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Our Journey Through the World's Best Dives
100 DIVES COUNTDOWN (4/100)
Welcome to our adventure! We're on a mission to complete National Geographic’s 100 Dives of a Lifetime, traveling across the globe to explore the most breathtaking underwater destinations.
Here, you’ll find our official countdown—tracking the dives we've completed, what’s coming up next, and our personal insights along the way. Each completed dive links to our blog, where we share firsthand experiences, and our destination guides, filled with everything you need to know to dive these incredible sites yourself.
But we’re not just following the list—we’re putting it to the test. Along the way, we’ll be evaluating each of the 100 Dives of a Lifetime while also exploring additional dive sites. Our goal? To discover which dives truly deserve a spot on the ultimate bucket list and which ones might not live up to the hype. By the end of our journey, we’ll create our own 100 Dives of a Lifetime, featuring only the most unforgettable, must-do dives—so you don’t have to waste time on anything less than spectacular.
Join us as we dive in and uncover the world’s best underwater experiences!
Dive Standings
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Best Diving
Diving in Tahiti was unforgettable — from cruising the shallows with eagle rays to flying through fast-moving channels alongside dolphins. Every dive was incredible.
Diving in Virgin Gorda, BVI was incredible — with everything from deep wall dives to beautiful shallow reefs. And if you go, don’t miss the Frederiksted Pier on the other side of the island — it’s a must!
Catalina offers a unique chance to experience cold water diving with excellent visibility, featuring kelp forests, wrecks, deep dive sites, and frequent sightings of the majestic Giant Black Seabass!
La Jolla Shores offers easy beach access and a gradual slope into the submarine canyon, making it ideal for training and deeper dives. Expect to see leopard sharks, octopuses, and bat rays, especially in summer.
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Budget Friendly
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Diving in San Diego is one of the most affordable ways to explore the ocean in California. With easy shore access and plenty of local dive shops, it's budget-friendly location for all.
Diving in Catalina can be pricier due to the cost of round-trip ferry tickets, but the unique underwater scenery makes it worth the trip.
Although Tahiti may not be the most budget-friendly destination due to its remote location, it offers some of the best diving we've ever experienced.
Diving in Virgin Gorda is costly due to its remote location, limited operations, and high demand for exclusive experiences.