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When you think of top scuba destinations, Colombia is often overlooked.

However, venture 300 miles (500 km) off the mainland's coast, and you'll find Malpelo Island, boasting some of the world's best diving experiences.

This small rock along with its neighboring islands, emerges dramatically from the undulating surface of the waves. Beneath the water's surface lies a haven for one of the planet's largest populations of scalloped hammerhead sharks.

On each dive, you’ll get the chance to see huge schools of hammerheads, along with sightings of silky sharks, eagle rays, and whale sharks.

If you are an experienced diver who loves big animals, Malpelo should be on your radar.

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