These are the seven best beaches in the world for snorkeling activities.
And we should be proud because there is an Indonesian beach that is included in it. This list is issued by Lonely Planet, the world’s leading travel site. One of the beaches in Raja Ampat contributes to this snorkeling destination for the world.
Here are the seven best beaches in the world for the 2022 holiday year:
1. Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
This area is a volcanic archipelago off the northeast coast of Brazil. This destination is highly protected by the state because of its ecological system.
Fernando de Noronha is also famous for its unrivaled beaches and snorkeling destinations. Visibility is up to 40 meters and you can see turtles, rays, lemons, and reef sharks to dolphins.
2. Lady Elliot Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia
The coral bay of the Great Barrier Reef in the south, Lady Elliot Island, Australia offers the world’s best snorkeling spots. This location is famous for manta rays to turtle nests.
The shallow lagoon on the east side of the island is the best spot for families and beginners. The reef gardens on the west side are in deeper water and are ideal for more experienced swimmers.
3. Hanauma Bay, Oahu, Hawaii, USA
The location of this bay is in the crater of an ancient volcano. Palm trees surround it and it is home to a 7000-year-old coral reef, Hanauma Bay.
Hanauma Bay is one of the most beautiful and popular snorkeling spots in Hawaii. There are hundreds of species of fish, coral, eels, and neon-colored sea turtles waiting for you not far from the beautiful white sandy beach.
4. Raja Ampat Islands, Indonesia
Southeast Asia is filled with spectacular diving and snorkeling spots and Raja Ampat, Indonesia is arguably top of the line. The beach there is smooth, clean white sand.
The lagoon hides an impressive diversity of marine life and coral reef systems. The number and diversity of marine life here are astounding, even scientists have described Raja Ampat as a biological hotspot.
They believe that the coral reef system of Raja Ampat is similar to that of the rest of the South Pacific and Indian Oceans. Take the time to snorkel to see thousands of species of reef fish, hundreds of species of coral reefs, and several types of turtles and mantas.
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5. Tofo Beach, Inhambane, Mozambique
This southeast African country has many great snorkeling spots along the coastline of the Indian Ocean. Here, the turquoise waters are filled with coral reefs and fish.
One of the best is off Tofo Beach, in Inhambane Province. There is a large population of whale sharks here and it is one of the gathering places for these marine mammals on earth.
6. Roatan Island, Honduras
This spot is one of the best places to snorkel in the Caribbean. Surrounded by incredibly diverse coral reefs, rich in tropical fish, this island is a diving and snorkeling paradise.
Head to the white sandy beaches of West Bay to see a variety of fish. Or, venture south to Mary’s Place, a diving spot where sea turtles to groupers often come to the surface.
7. Abu Dabbab Bay, Marsa Alam, Egypt
Marsa Alam in southern Egypt is one of the few places in the world that is home to sea cow mermaids because they eat grass. In Abu Dabbab, the waters are shallow and there is a seagrass meadow as a home.
In addition, this bay also has well-maintained coral reefs. Typical marine animals here are giant turtles, parrotfish, angelfish, barracudas, and seahorses to stingrays.