Olympus Dive Center's summer charters drop you onto historic shipwrecks in the company of dozens of docile sand tiger sharks.
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Recognized as a Readers Choice standout, this North Carolina dive center offers unforgettable wreck dives in the historic “Graveyard of the Atlantic.”
If big animals—think hammerheads and sunfish—rank high on your list of must-sees when you dive, look no further. These destinations practically guarantee the thrill you seek.
History buffs with an affinity for wrecks will enjoy this immersive course that combines education and exploration.
Located 16 miles off the coast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, the Civil War shipwreck, USS Monitor, is protected and managed by Monitor National Marine Sanctuary and is listed as a National Historic Landmark and protected as a war grave. Monitor National Marine Sanctuary is a unique cultural treasure for the most adventurous of skilled divers.
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These popular dive sites ranked high in our 2024 Readers Choice survey for delivering great value. You told us where to go; we're showing you what to do when you get there.
Sharks have the innate ability to stir up a wide range of emotions in people, with fear being the most common. But there's much more to these fascinating creatures than is portrayed on the big screen.