Marine Bucket List

See a blue whale in the wild

Witness Earth's largest animal during their migration, when they surface to breathe and feed.

See a sea turtle in the wild

Observe a sea turtle in its natural habitat, such as nesting on a beach or swimming in the ocean.

Learn scuba diving

Get certified in scuba diving

Cruise the Caribbean

Sail through the Caribbean Sea, visiting multiple islands and enjoying tropical beaches and clear waters.

Swim with dolphins

Experience swimming with dolphins in their natural habitat or a controlled environment

See a sea turtle nesting

Watch sea turtles perform their ancient ritual of coming ashore to lay eggs at night. Observable at various tropical beaches worldwide, including Costa Rica's Tortuguero Beach and Florida's coast

See a dolphin in the wild

Witness dolphins in their natural habitat, swimming freely in the ocean

Visit the Great Barrier Reef

Explore the world's largest coral reef system, stretching over 2,300 km off the coast of Australia

Visit Galapagos Islands

Explore the unique wildlife and pristine landscapes of the Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site

Ride in a submarine

Experience the underwater world by riding in a submarine

Get scuba certified

Achieve scuba diving certification to explore underwater worlds safely

See humpback whales breach

Watch humpback whales perform spectacular leaps from the ocean during their annual migrations. Observable in Hawaii (winter) or Alaska (summer)

Swim with sharks

Experience the thrill of swimming with sharks in their natural habitat

Visit the Virgin Islands

Explore the stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters of the Virgin Islands

Visit Biscayne National Park

Explore the aquatic wonders of Biscayne National Park, home to vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life

Visit American Samoa National Park

Explore the stunning natural beauty and unique culture of American Samoa National Park

Create underwater photography

Capture photographs beneath the surface

See orca pod in the wild

Watch killer whale pods hunt and socialize in their ocean habitat, displaying complex group behaviors and hunting strategies

See a barrier reef

Explore vast coral reef ecosystem

Complete a night dive

Complete a certified night dive - experience underwater navigation and marine life in darkness with proper training

Kayak with dolphins

Experience kayaking alongside dolphins in their natural habitat

Long-distance sailing journey

Embark on a long-distance sailing journey, navigating open waters for an extended period

Visit the coral reef

Snorkel or dive at any coral reef

Complete a deep dive

Complete a certified deep dive (30+ meters) - master advanced diving skills and deep water safety procedures

Visit Ogasawara Archipelago

Visit the remote Ogasawara archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique wildlife and pristine marine environment

Boat/sail hitchhike

Hitchhike by boat or sailboat to travel between destinations, relying on the kindness of sailors and boat owners for free passage.

Swim the English Channel

Swim across the English Channel, a 34 km stretch between England and France

See stromatolites

View oldest living fossils on Earth

Experience the Mariana Trench

Explore the deepest part of the world's oceans, reaching depths of about 11,000 meters in the Pacific Ocean