SCUBA DIVING
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Dive Into An Island Of Underwater Wonders | Unveiling Christmas Island's Marine Paradise
SCUBA DIVING
Take the plunge into the enchanting underwater world of Christmas Island, scuba diving the depths. Unlike snorkeling, scuba diving offers an intimate experience, allowing you to get up close and personal with vibrant corals, intricate reef systems, and a diverse array of marine life. With over 60 world-class dive sites around the island, embark on scuba diving charters with our local operators to uncover some of the most spectacular diving destinations.
Every scuba dive on Christmas Island is a journey into the unexpected. Encounter friendly whalesharks, swim with turtles on the edge of the drop-off, or marvel at sharks, schooling fish, and manta rays. Whether you're a novice or an experienced certified diver, there are dives tailored to every skill level. If you're new to scuba diving, the island's reef provides the perfect learning ground. Enrol in a short course with Christmas Island's dive operators and leave your holiday with a newfound skill.
Situated on the edge of the Java Trench, the Indian Ocean's deepest point, Christmas Island boasts some of the planet's best scuba diving. The island's dramatic rise contributes to spectacular drop-off diving, with most walls just 20 meters from the shoreline. Experience breathtaking wall dives, pristine corals, a myriad of tropical fish species, encounters with dolphins, whale sharks, and warm, clear waters all year round – the epitome of the ultimate scuba diving trip.
As you explore the depths, you might encounter larger residents, such as rainbow runners, trevaly, wahoo, and tuna gracefully cruising along the walls. If a splash of ocean luck is on your side, you might get a visit from a majestic whaleshark between November and April, creating an unforgettable underwater adventure. Christmas Island promises scuba diving experiences like no other, where every descent unveils the enthralling magic of the ocean's wonders.
WHERE DO I START?
Thinking of learning to scuba dive? Wondering what’s involved? Our local and highly experienced dive operators CI Wet & Dry Adventures and Extra Divers Christmas Island can share all there is to know about completing your Open Water course on Christmas Island. As an Open Water diver you’ll be certified to dive anywhere in the world!
Are you an experienced diver? Christmas Island will be your aquatic playground to adventure the depths and explore the enthralling array of marine life, breathtaking corals amongst incredible conditions. Both Christmas Island dive operators offer advanced scuba diving courses and can cater for those with many dives under their dive belt.
Whether you are wanting to experience that first dive, refresh or extend your diving skills Christmas Island’s dive operators have the right course for you. They will teach you how to scuba dive in a relaxed, safe and supportive learning environment. No matter your skill level, there’s a dive adventure for you.
CHRISTMAS ISLAND DIVE SITES
Christmas Island's breathtaking array of over 64 dive sites, each offering a unique and captivating experience. From dramatic walls adorned with vibrant, healthy fans to captivating cave dives with enticing 'exit and explore' options, and even the remnants of scattered wrecks from World War II, the diversity of these sites ensures there's something to suit every diving enthusiast. Immerse yourself in spectacular visibility, where every descent unveils a new facet of Christmas Island's mesmerising underwater world.
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How to experience the best Christmas Island has to offer... from wandering to secluded stretches of paradise and encountering those bucket list wildlife moments, to taking the plunge to depths you’ve never ventured.