3. Papua New Guinea
Location: Papua New Guinea
What's Cool: Underwater drop-offs and exquisite coral reefs
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Shark encounters are so common in the waters off Papua New Guinea (PNG) that some say it is impossible to leave the area without experiencing one. The diversity of marine life, particularly in the shark family, is what makes this possible. The waters around these islands are known to contain hammerheads, silvertips, wobbegongs, nurse sharks, leopard sharks, whale sharks and even the occasional tiger shark or thresher shark. Couple this variety with the great visibility, dreamy tropical weather and rich history of PNG for a first-class diving vacation.
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