13. The Hilma Hooker, Bonaire
The cargo ship Hilma Hooker is a real stand-out. It sank in 1975, was rescued, then was eventually used to smuggle drugs. Indeed, it had been discovered hauling a hefty load of high-quality marijuana. The owners were put on trial and while the case was never resolved, the 72-meter Dutch freighter was intentionally sunk in 1984. It is now populated by tubular sponges and frequently visited by angelfish, barracuda, and parrotfish.
14. Piccaninnie Ponds, Australia
You don’t have to be a scuba diver to visit these ponds. The limestone surrounding the location filters the water and provides visitors with surprising visibility of up to 40 meters so snorkelers can also see a lot. The shallow area leads to The Chasm, where you can snorkel over a 35-meter, algae-coated canyon. If you wish to see the underwater cavern known as the Cathedral, however, you’ll need scuba equipment.
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