Diving in Asia Some of the world’s most paradisiac diving destinations are located in Asia. The best diving spots in the continent can be found in Indonesia, Maldives, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, among others. You will also find many hidden gems where you can explore shipwrecks, caves, and swim in blue lagoons and among walls and reefs. These clear warm waters are filled with a variety of fish marine species such as whales, dolphins, tropical fish, and macro and pelagic species. Swim with hundreds of sharks at Shark Point, or encounter big old green turtles at Derawan Islands; no matter what destination you choose, it will be full of adventure. © iStock/TwilightShowCambodiaIt may have less coastline that its near neighbors, but Cambodia is still home to crystalline waters and wonderful islands.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowVietnamVietnam may be relatively new to the sport, but it has no shortage of amazing things to see with calm, beginner-friendly and for more advanced divers.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowMyanmarExplore Myanmar and you will discover a rich landscape of rice fields and gleaming stupas, mountains and picture-perfect coastlines as well as smiling locaLearn more © iStock/TwilightShowRussiaDiving in Russia is extremely diverse from WWII wrecks to well-preserved historical wooden shipwrecks, the Arctic marine life never disappoints.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowTurkeyThe great diving locations in Turkey lie on its western and southern shores in the Aegean Mediterranean Seas respectively.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowJordanJordan offers many excellent dive sites to choose from, all relatively close together.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowLebanonLebanon offers divers of all levels the perfect place to explore, from shipwrecks, caverns, walls to beautiful artificial reefs.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowIndiaLocated on the Indian Ocean, southern parts of the country’s peninsula and its surrounding islands are among the best diving spots in the world.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowIndonesiaIndonesia is considered one of the best diving destinations in the world with more than 17,500 islands distributed over 5,000 kilometers.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowOmanWith over 3,000 kilometers of coastline, scuba diving in Oman is spectacular.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowSaudi ArabiaWith over 2000km of coastline, the longest on the Red Sea, divers will find great diversity in Saudi Arabia between this country’s northern and southern areas.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowSouth KoreaMany divers have never encountered the exciting mix of cold and warm water species found off South Korea’s shores.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowJapanJapan offers a wide variety of scuba dives from ice diving in Hokkaido to tropical diving in Okinawa.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowPhilippinesThe Philippines is an archipelago composed of over 7,000 islands in three main regions: Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowMaldivesAn island nation located off the southwest coast of India in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is made up of 26 different ring-shaped reefs called, atolls.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowSingaporeSingapore is a wonderful destination for scuba diving that offers extraordinary macro life and underwater caves and tunnels.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowSri LankaSri Lanka has a warm and tropical climate and is home to an amazing range of land animals and marine life which makes up to a great dive destination.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowIsraelIsrael offers plenty of great opportunities to go diving in the Red Sea and in the Mediterranean Sea.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowThailandThailand, The Land of Smiles, is a joy to explore, from the friendly locals to the dazzling scenery and offers some of the best diving in the world.Learn more © iStock/TwilightShowMalaysiaOne of the most exotic and favorite diving destinations is Malaysia.Learn more Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves.