Simone Piccoli. 3 minutes. Egypt.
One of the best reasons to go scuba diving in the Egyptian Red Sea is undoubtedly the spectacular array of marine life. Some destinations are great for finding big stuff, others great for macro, and Egypt has them all. More than 200 different species of coral are found among its reefs, and more than 1,200 species of bony fish, at least 10 per cent of which are endemic. The Red Sea's clear waters allow sunlight to penetrate much deeper than other tropical destinations, making the extent of coral and the vibrancy of its colour nothing short of spectacular.
Other awards: Official selection San Diego ; Finalist in New York ; Winner in Los Angeles ; Honourable Mention Ocean Geographic 2021