Which island has the clearest water in the Caribbean?

Grand Anse Beach, Grenada One of the big attractions here is some of the clearest water in the Caribbean, the pristine sea floor sloping away gently at first and dropping off into navy blue depths. But even 90 feet from the shore, the visibility is exceptional and the sea teeming with life.



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This island nation is not the easiest place to get to, but its sheer beauty makes the journey worth it. Sitting between the Indian and Arabian seas, the Maldives' 1,000 coral islands are set in the clearest water in the world accompanied by the purest beaches.

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The Bahamas is known for its stellar beaches. With over 2,000 breathtaking islands and cays, and the clearest water on Earth, it's no wonder visitors come here from all around to sink their toes into miles of pure white, and in some places pink, sand-the very definition of paradise.

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Being situated on the west coast of Barbados means the water is calm, clear, and perfect for swimming. There'll be plenty of watersport offers as you walk down the beach, from jet skis to paddleboarding. The coast is also backed by plenty of lovely restaurants, cafes, and little shops selling essential items.

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Crane Beach, Barbados A reef creates a barrier offshore, so the swimming conditions in the crystal-clear water are good, although the water here can get a little choppy for novice snorkelers. Splashing around in the shallows is always fun, too.

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The Weddell Sea has been claimed by scientists to have the clearest waters of any ocean in the world. Described by a historian as “the most wretched and dismal region on earth”, due to the flash freezes that caught Shackleton's ship, its clarity is only belied by the sheer depth of the ocean below.

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Known as one of the clearest lakes in the world, Rotomairewhenua in New Zealand is estimated to have a visibility of almost 80 meters. Blue Lake's water is so clean, its clarity is comparable to distilled water. The blue-violet hues of the lake are a natural phenomenon that only occur in such clear water.

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Best Caribbean islands to visit
  1. St Kitts and Nevis. Come to St Kitts and neighbouring Nevis for the quiet Caribbean life — a mellow itinerary of golf, delicious meals and lazy beach days, led by a regular crowd who like their hotels five-star. ...
  2. Jamaica. ...
  3. St Lucia. ...
  4. Trinidad and Tobago. ...
  5. Grenada. ...
  6. The Bahamas. ...
  7. Antigua. ...
  8. Aruba.


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The Bahamas A popular celebrity destination, with exclusive villas and holiday homes on private islands. The Bahamas is an archipelago of over 700 islands and cays in the Caribbean, well known to be an exclusive holiday destination for the rich and famous.

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Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman One of the best-known features of Grand Cayman, Seven Mile Beach is a long crescent of coral sand lapped by clear turquoise water. Little wonder that the beach is constantly voted one of the finest in the Caribbean.

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The Caribbean Sea is much like every other tropical ocean in that it has very clear, blue water. The water appears blue due to the fact that the ocean absorbs all wavelengths of light very well, except for the short wavelengths of blue.

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While there are a few places that boast extremely clean water, such as Canada, Iceland, Antarctica, or even Upstate New York, the team of scientists determined that the cleanest water in the world was in the Patagonia region of Chile, Puerto Williams.

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Nissi Bay Beach, Ayia Napa, Cyprus It's located on the island of Cyprus, which is known to have some of the clearest waters in all of Europe. A tiny strip of soft, pale sand divides two sections of light blue shallows, ensuring picturesque views no matter where you set up camp.

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