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Review:
Once a haven for pirates, Cocos Island is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most in-demand scuba dive venues in the world. The island is uninhabited, except for the permanent ranger’s station. One of the reasons for its popularity among divers is that it hosts the largest schools of hammerhead sharks in the world, various species of rays – including giant manta rays, a few species of whales, a number of dolphins, and over 300 types of brilliantly colored fish. It’s the perfect dive for film makers, scientists, photographers, and other scuba divers. Jacques Cousteau called it the most beautiful island in the world. Other island activities include wildlife watching, hiking, and sport fishing.
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