100 Dives of a Lifetime: The World's Ultimate Underwater Destinations (100 of a Lifetime)

100 Dives of a Lifetime is a breathtaking celebration of the underwater world that blends wanderlust, adventure, and environmental appreciation in a way only National Geographic can deliver. Authored by travel writer and diver Carrie Miller, this book curates a global bucket list of scuba dives that range from beginner-friendly coral gardens to extreme, remote sites for advanced divers.The standout feature of this book is, of course, the photography. Each dive site is paired with stunning visuals that transport you beneath the surface, capturing everything from vibrant reef ecosystems to hauntingly beautiful wrecks. It’s a visual feast that will make even landlocked readers dream of the ocean.But it’s not just eye candy. The book offers practical insights about each site—where it is, when to go, what you’ll see, what experience level is needed, and sometimes even conservation concerns. The inclusion of personal stories, quotes from pro divers, and geographic diversity makes this more than just a list—it feels like a journey through Earth’s greatest underwater treasures.What I especially appreciated is the balance. This isn’t just a list of the deepest or most extreme dives; it includes shallow snorkel sites, accessible locations for newer divers, and hidden gems off the beaten path. Whether you’re a seasoned diver planning your next trip, or a dreamer creating a future wish list, this book inspires and informs in equal measure.

Purchased as a give and the person getting it loves it.

I've been to a few of these locations and look forward to visiting more. The information about the dive sites are extremely helpful. Photos are absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!

I bought this as a gift for my son who has taken up scuba diving and would like to explore different dive sites around the world. . I expected more of a coffee table book but it was somewhat smaller, but he said the information and pictures were great and just what he was looking for.National geographic is obviously a trusted name which sold me.(Size was listed in the description)

Bought this for my son, the scuba diver. He’s completing his dive instructor course and is always looking for another great dive location.

Due to the poor packaging, the books were damaged during transport because the package is significantly larger and the space in between is not filled.In any case, the books are of top quality and I am very satisfied.

I love this book! I bought this for a a fellow diver and they loved it. Great talking piece and great to display on the coffee table.

I bought this book new as a gift for a friend. I think she'll really like it since she's getting into scuba diving. Unfortunately, it doesn't look new, it looks a bit used. When I unboxed it, the cover looks like it's peeling up and there are some dirty/oily spots on it, also when you open it the cover has something pressed on the first page that leaves makes on many following, and the pages are a bit wavy. I'm only complaining because it's a gift and I chose to buy the new vs used for a reason, I wanted it to look nice. I ended up returning and buying another... I'll change my review if I get a new one :)UPDATE: I returned it and got another new one, and this one was better didn't have the marks on the inside or the wavy pages, did have some markings on the cover and I think it's because it was rattling around in the box and getting rubbed and it really affects the kind of material that the covers made of. Something the shipper might want to consider packaging better. But we are lucky enough it wasn't so bad this time so I'm giving it as a gift.