Don't be too late in exploring one of the top three countries in the world with the best diving spots-the Philippines. The country has a lot to offer in terms of marine life-it is very diversified and locals are becoming more conscious of their responsibilities to preserve the country's resources. Here are the 6 best dive spots in the Philippines:

* Tubbataha Reef Marine Park, Sulu. It is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for having a diverse aquatic life.  It is considered to be one of the best diving spots in Asia.

* Malapascua Island, Cebu. It is famous for one thing, having the most number of shark species.  In this spot, several kinds of sharks can be found together with beautiful coral reefs that have been untouched.

* Puerto Galera, Mindoro. The site is often flocked by divers or diving students because of its convenient location-just a couple of hours away from the country's capital.  The place is famous for its beaches, colourful reefs and diverse marine life as well.

* Apo Reef, Negros Oriental.  Stretching 34 kilometers of reef, it is considered to be the second largest coral reef in the world whilst it is the biggest in the Philippines. It is also recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

* Palawan. It is dubbed as The Last Frontier of the Philippines, it also boasts of providing great experience for wreck diving and home to the world's exotic marine life.

* Boracay. One of the most frequented beaches in the country because of its powdery white sand and several diving spots at prices you can haggle especially during the low season.

These are just some of the few best diving spots but you might also want to consider Bohol and a few beaches in Batangas. The key point to consider is to be affiliated with certified divers to lessen risks underwater.