One of the most relaxing activities one can do is go for a swim!
And more often than not, every city and village have their own favourite swimming spots.
Sometimes in a river, sometimes in a canal, but one thing that is for certain is that
these are usually the best places in town.
We have compiled the list of the best places to swim in the world!
23.
Ik Kil.
If you ever fancy a dip in a place that looks straight out of a fantasy movie set, the Ik
Kil in mexico is the spot for you.
It is also one of the most secluded spots in the world, and there is a perfectly circular
pit with waterfalls and awesome greenery surrounding it!
The water is actually 85 metres from the surface, and you have to go through some rough steps
to get to it, but it is definitely worth the effort!
22.
Maldives.
This small country is basically a group of 1192 islands!
And even though only 192 of them are inhabited, there is no dearth of awesome swimming spots
in the country!
The water around Maldives is one of the clearest in the world and there is a vast reef wildlife
there as well which makes it a great place for snorkelling, scuba diving and of course
swimming!
21.
Krka Natural Park.
As soon as you take a step into the Krka Natural park in Croatia, you will probably think that
it is man made!
There are many small waterfalls here which look as if they have been put there intentionally,
but all of the beauty at the park is natural!
The gush of the water over the waterfall is an enticing sight and the pool at the bottom
is a wonderful place for a swim!
20.
Crater lake.
If you don’t mind a little physical activity before a dip, the crater lake is an extremely
good option to try out.
Entering this lake requires a steep 1 mile trek and what you get after that is a large
circular pool which is actually breath taking.
The visibility here has been measured to 43.3 metres, and is among the deepest in the world!
19.
Menorca.
White sandy beaches, turquoise waters and pine tree covered hills.
You would really have to extremely choosy to not fall in love with Menorca is Spain.
Even the weather here is inviting as it is warm throughout the year and the bays of Macarella
and Macareletta are the best places to visit here for a dip in the water!
18.
Manly Beach.
The best thing about this place is the view that are on offer just to reach it!
The Mnaly beach in Sydney, Australia is accessible by a ferry which directly passes the Opera
House and offers a great view of the majestic Sydney harbour bridge!
And when you do reach the Manly beach, there are soft sands, amazing water and scenic sunsets
awaiting you.
Going for a swim here is an absolute pleasure although it is also known for surfing as well!
Not to mention just lazing around on the beach with that beer in hand!
17.
Chena Hot Springs.
Located in Alaska where temperatures are usually freezing, any hot spring would obviously be
a very welcome relief.
And the Chena hot springs are just that while being extremely scenic at the same time.
The water is also known for its healing power and to add to the awesomeness, the Aurora
is visible here for 200 nights in the year!
16.
Blue Lagoon.
There is probably nothing more relaxing in the world than sitting in a warm pool in chilly
weather!
And the blue lagoon in Iceland offers just that with the added benefit of healing skin
ailments as the water contains sulphur and silica as well!
The temperatures in the water remain at a very enticing 98-102 degrees, making it a
perfect spot to just chill with your loved ones!
15.
To Sua Trench.
If exotic is the way you do things then this will be right up your alley!
Located in Samoa, the To Sua Trench is basically a big hole in the ground with water.
Which makes it one of the most unique places to swim in the world.
You actually have to go down a 30 metre ladder to reach the water from the surface, unless
you prefer to dive of course!
14.
Devil’s Pool.
If you ever got a chance to go swimming in one of the 7 natural wonders of the world,
could you say no?
Devil’s pool is a part of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and if you love adventure, then
it is definitely the place for you.
While the waters are usually very rough for swimming, between September and December it
is safe enough for swimming.
And, just inches from the waterfall’s drop off is the devil’s armchair, where you can
actually position yourself so as to not fall off the waterfall and get one of the greatest
views ever!
Not to mention the photos!
13.
Dead Sea.
The dead sea in Jordan is an amazing place to swim for even those who do now know how
to!
The density of the water is so much that everyone floats here naturally and you can even sit
on the surface!
The shore is also 1,385 feet below the sea level, which makes it one of the lowest points
on Earth!
But you might want to hurry though as the Dead sea may in fact disappear in some time!
12.
Jenny lake.
Located in the Grand Teton national park in Wyoming, the jenny lake is a massive one,
measuring over 1191 acres and is 423 feet deep!
It is also extremely old and was created by glaciers about 12000 years ago!
The lake is perfect for swimming with a view of the peaks of the Treton range and there
are also other activities like hiking and boating that you can undertake here!
11.
Panari Island.
Part of the Yaeyama island in japan, the beaches in the Panari islands are absolutely breath
taking.
The water is very blue and the area is full of marine life as well.
So don’t be surprised if you find yourself swimming with the fish here!
Also, the marine life and coral life are on par with the Barrier reef which makes it a
great place to scuba dive as well!
10.
Lake Tahoe.
The largest alpine lake in North America and the 27th largest lake in the world.
Those are the distinctions that Lake Tahoe in Nevada holds and that obviously makes it
one of the greatest places to go for a swim!
The water is clear here and there is a great view of the mountains to be had from the water!
9.
Matira Beach.
Imagine water being so inviting, that hotels here actually have the option of diving into
the water straight from the rooms.
Located in bora bora in French Polynesia, the matira beach is exceptionally beautiful
and it is hard to stay away from the water.
Although the area does have sharks and sting rays, so being a little careful doesn’t
hurt!
Unless you are scuba diving looking for them of course.
8.
Hanauma Beach.
This lovely beach in the Hawaii islands has very clear waters because there are no rivers
or streams flowing out form it.
Plus, there are beaches where there are miles of white coral sand to give the waters a surreal
feel!
Not to mention there are tree covered hills as well so that pretty much makes the view
simply amazing!
7.
Culebra island.
Located in Puerto Rico, the beaches in the Culebra island are well protected which results
in a very thriving marine life!
Hundreds of species of tropical fish can be found here and it is simply an awesome experience
to swim with them!
6.
Sardinia – Located on the western coast of Italy along the Mediterranean, Sardinia
has not been discovered by many tourists as yet.
That makes for a great spot to swim as there is not much congestion and the beaches offer
a stunning view of the mountains.
The water is turquoise here and that pretty much makes any swimmer want to go out and
have a great time here in the midst of granite rock formations!
5.
Havasu Falls.
This is actually a surprise as it is located in the Arizona desert and it is actually an
oasis to escape the hot weather of the desert.
But getting to it is not easy as you either have to take a helicopter ride or a 10 mile
hike with pack mules.
But once you do get there, it is an absolutely refreshing sight with the waterfall and the
red hills!
4.
Heaven Lake.
Considering that it is the highest crater lake in the world at an altitude of 7182 feet,
the lake has a pretty apt name! it is surrounded by beautiful rock formations and the water
itself is pretty pleasing to the eye.
And going for a swim here is an experience to cherish for a lifetime as you are on top
of the world, quite literally!
3.
Sliding Rock.
Considering that one of the greatest draws of water parks are the slides, there is no
surprise really that the sliding rock in North Carolina is a very popular spot for tourists.
There is a natural 60 feet slide over very smooth rock which ends in an icy cold mountain
swimming hole.
The thrill you get here has actually no words to describe it!
2.
Playa Flamenco Beach.
If you like a side of adventure with your swim, the Playa Flamenco beach should really
interest you.
Located 20 miles off the Puerto Rico mainland, this gem of a place as once a pirate hide-out!
So when laying down on the beach, a bottle of rum would definitely not go amiss!
The white beaches and pristine waters are very inviting and the best part is that it
is not really a very popular tourist destination as yet and you can enjoy the laid back lifestyle
of the area as well!
1.
Pupu Springs.
The last name of this list is actually an anomaly because swimming is actually banned
here!
Located in New Zealand, the reason is that the local Maori people consider it sacred
but that does not take away the fact that the waters in the lake are very inviting for
a swim!
The water in the Pupu Springs is supposed to be the clearest spring water in the world
and it is easy to spot the plants inside the water from the surface!
Not to mention the beautiful tree lined slopes that make it an exquisite view!
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