SWIM IN THE WORLD’S NATURAL POOLS
After thousands of years of erosion, many rock pools have formed near the great Victoria Falls and one of them is right on the very edge! Devil’s Pool – with a steep precipice and an up-close-and-personal view of the sheer drop off the side of the Falls – is indeed the ultimate infinity pool!
Barton Springs Pool, Texas, USA
Within Zilker Park’s 358 acres lies one of the crown jewels of Austin – Barton Springs Pool. The pool itself measures three acres in size and is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees, ideal for year-round swimming.
Kuang Si Falls, Luang Prabang, Laos
Somersaulting down through rich rainforest, the Kuang Si Falls is an iconic feature of Laos for good reason. A spectacular combination of turquoise waters, green jungle canopy, and dramatic waterfalls make Kuang Si Falls an ideal day trip from Luang Prabang for those who want to swim, hike or snap some once-in-a-lifetime photos.
A fantastic river in this Philippine jungle seems to pop from the ground with its beautiful turquoise waters. A local legend says that fairies added the colors of sapphire and jade to the river, that local fishermen insist is home to fish that cannot be caught.
Las Grietas, Puerto Ayora, Galápagos Islands
Las Grietas means “the crevasses”, a pretty simple name for one of the Galapagos Islands‘most enchanting locations, a series of three elongated, almost rectangular pools that cut through towering lava cliffs. Taking a plunge in its waters that consist of a deep, emerald hue is indeed the best way to live the experience.
Only a 60-minute drive south of Darwin, Litchfield National Park is possibly the Northern Territory’s best-kept secret. The park is filled with stunning waterfalls and waterholes that are surrounded by monsoonal vine forests – all of which offer a cool respite on warm summer days.
Dudu Blue Lagoon, Cabrera, Dominican Republic
Laguna Dudu is an exciting and mostly unknown paradise located on the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic. It’s surrounded by natural cliffs from which to swim, snorkel or freely dive into refreshing clear waters. If you love adrenaline rush, then try a zip line freefall from 10 meters.
Cenote Ik-Kil is one of Mexico’s most breathtaking natural wonders, situated close to the famous Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. With its crystal-clear waters, lush green surroundings, and rich cultural history, it’s no wonder why visitors from all over the world flock to this site.
It is said that Zeus made Giola so that Aphrodite could take her bath in its crystal waters. It is possible that this natural pool was created by the waves of the sea that for millions of years sculpted the rocks, giving them their current shape. Either way, here you will live an experience that you will remember for a long time.
Lake Kournas, Crete, Greece
Lake Kournas is the largest natural lake in Crete and is located in an enchanting landscape, between the west slopes of the White Mountains and the fertile plane of Georgioupolis. It is an important part of the Greek ecosystem, as it is one of the few areas in Crete where there is abundant fresh water throughout the year.