Bikini Atoll for experts
Bikini Atoll is a diving destination mainly recommended for experienced divers. Due to its characteristics, this Marshall Islands' destination is usually not recommended for novice divers or even those who do not count with at least 50 dives in their past. It is recommendable that those divers who wish to visit this area learn about it and its diving requirements before doing so.
One of the main attractions this atoll offers is its wrecks. Bikini Atoll waters contain some of the most famous World War II wrecks of the world based on shipwrecks which are spread on different spots such as in Rabaul and Hansa Bay or other areas toward the northeast of the Atoll.
Some of the most visited Bikini Atoll's wrecks are the USS Arkansas battleship, the HIJMS Nagato battleship and the USS Saratoga aircraft carrier. These three wrecks are the largest ones which visitors could find in Bikini's lagoon; their sizes range between 200m and 300m. Some other interesting wrecks to visit in the area are the Agano class cruiser Sakawa, Pilotfish and Apogon among others.
Deep diving is another great attraction for experienced divers who wish to visit Bikini Atoll. Bikini Atoll is characterized by allowing divers to practice deep diving at many different spots in which they could enjoy a great underwater visibility as well. Bikini Atoll