Diving and Water Sports

Easy access, sublime floating islands, incredible visibility, big pelagics and friendly locals all combine to make Palau a dive destination not to be missed. In the time it takes to say Alii — the local term for hello — you’ll fall in love with this unspoiled paradise just 90 minutes from Guam.

Where else can you explore shipwrecks from two world wars on a single dive? Only on Guam! Dive into our guide to discover the 12 best dive sites on Guam.

The Guam Guide brings you an exclusive interview with Robert G. Wyckoff, a seasoned dive instructor from PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors). Read on for some valuable tips and insights on getting your diving certification and the thrilling world of underwater exploration.

Guam boasts abundant reefs teeming with ocean life and historical sites! Our guide will walk you through the steps to becoming a certified diver, from choosing the right dive shop to completing your courses.

Guam is home to diverse scenic spots perfect for an array of activities. You can try your luck in fishing groupers and wrasse. If you’re looking for a different setting for angling, you can also try freshwater fishing in Guam.

For wet and wild nightlife, don’t look to Tumon, but to Tumon Bay. Bring a bright light, a brave heart, and a full tank. A plunge into the inky black sea will reveal a landscape as far removed from the day’s rainbow reefs as some strange and alien planet.

Guam resident Ernie Collier is a pilot for United Airlines with a passion for diving and underwater photography. He shares his striking photos from the deep as well as techniques to capture the beauty of the wet world below. 

While Guam is full of great dive spots, divers living here are also lucky to be just a short plane ride away from some of the most amazing diving spots in the world.

In the diving world, Chuuk Lagoon is considered the gold standard of wreck diving. During World War II, Chuuk was the base of operations for the Japanese military. They fortified the island with bunkers and armaments that still litter the island. The deep, natural harbors also served well as the holding area for the Japanese Navy.

Guam may be better known for its world-class dive sites, but there are plenty of great underwater adventures to be had without a tank.