Rota

The Shoun Maru, a Japanese ship that was sunk in 1944 after being torpedoed, is one of Rota's WWII wrecks. It's 110 feet in the sand, with a 65-foot deck. The visibility is generally excellent, and the wreck is surrounded by a plethora of marine life. Inside are also bicycles, baths, and tanks.

Senhanon Cave, a cavern accessible at 40 feet, is Rota's most popular dive. Inside, there are schools of fish and lobster, and the penetrating light beams are popular with underwater photographers. Coral Garden, a shallow reef where octopus, turtles, and the odd shark may be seen, is another popular dive location. Table Top is two seamounts that are somewhat deeper and have a lot of life. The depth ranges from 90 to 15 feet.

Rota is the Northern Mariana Islands' southernmost island, located 136 kilometers south of Saipan. To get here, take a 30-minute trip from Saipan International Airport in a small plane. Visitors are delighted by crystal blue waters that draw divers from all over the world in search of lush farms and friendly locals.