Last Updated on January 7, 2021
Ilha Grande
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Located in the middle of Rio De Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Ilha Grande combines the beauty of forests filled with monkeys with amazing pure beaches. These waters are full of beautiful tropical fish.
If you had the chance to pay the Lagoa Azul a visit, you may come across angelfish, seahorses, and turtles. Ilha Grande waters are also filled with underwater caves and submerged jungles.
Moreover, you will also witness historical evidence of old fights that took place between the natives and pirates. When you visit this island, make sure to cut all connections with the outer world and just enjoy the wilderness and the sea life you will come across when diving and snorkeling.
Galapagos Island
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This island is a combination of 13 major volcanic islands and a number of smaller ones. Many amazing and beautiful species have Galapagos Island as their natural habitat; they have evolved and accustomed themselves to the special nature of this island.
This place was what inspired the great naturalist and scientist Charles Darwin to carry out his research called “Laboratory of Evolution”; which is thanks to the characteristics of the wildlife it contains.
The forest of the islands it combines contains lava lizards, tortoises, and geckos among several others. It is also known as a spot for snakes (both in the jungle and the ocean).
Scuba diving deals here can give you the opportunity to swim along Parrotfish, an abundance of sea turtles, rays, the King Angelfish; and you may even see Sea Lions. Some lucky people may even see orcas.
Ambergris Caye
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Covering a big area of 185 km, this barrier reef is found in the coastline of the Caribbean. It is near Belize, which is another famous snorkeling location; especially in the Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
The water of this mesmerizing reef is crystalline turquoise and it is home to diverse beautiful colorful fish; as well as rays, eels, and sharks.
There are various snorkeling locations along the Belize coast, and many tourists services on the area provide guided activities that will take you to the Hol Chan Marine reserve and Ambergris Caye; however, in case you desired more snorkeling options, head to the city of San Pedro.
