Overview
Born from a volcanic eruption over 2 million years ago, the island’s basalt cliffs are surrounded by some of the most spectacular diving on the planet.
Here, pristine waters take you back in time to unspoiled oceans; where you’ll encounter large pelagic travelers including rays, whales, dolphins and a dozen species of sharks. And let’s not forget the larger-than-life schools of scalloped hammerheads.
Often shrouded in mist and mystery, Cocos Island is known for its rich history of explorers and adventurers that dates back centuries – as evidenced by the ancient rock carvings that emerge at low tide in Chatham Bay.
Topside, Cocos Island National Park is a living laboratory with scores of endemic species. Beneath the surface, it’s a safe haven for marine animals big and small – from endangered whale sharks to the endemic rosy-lipped batfish. Among the sharkiest places on Earth, Cocos is truly one of the last frontiers for extreme scuba divers.
Highlights
- Diving with giants – hammerheads, whale sharks & more.
- Exploring volcanic cliffs born over 2 million years ago.
- Uncovering history through ancient carvings in Chatham Bay.
- Discovering endemics in a living island laboratory.
