Hard-coral jewels in the heart of Micronesia, Chuuk Lagoon, Pohnpei and Kosrae offer unrivalled variety. Dive into history while exploring artifact-laden Japanese shipwrecks in Chuuk (formerly "Truk") Lagoon. Hike in Pohnpei"s lush rainforests and dive its teeming inner lagoon. Marvel at Kosrae"s protected reefs, which host some of the Pacific"s healthiest corals. The tropical waters around these remote islands keep the year-round diving and snorkeling exceptional. From the shipwreck graveyard of Chuuk Lagoon to Pohnpei"s remote atolls and Kosrae"s pristine reefs, this guide coves 64 of the area"s best dive sites, with full-colour photos throughout.You"ll get specific information on: Dive site depth range and suggested diving expertise Common and hazardous marine life Chuuk"s WWII history, Pohnpei"s Nan Madol ruins and Kosrae"s marvelous mangrove reserves 14 easy-to-read maps