Refresh & Recharge: 8 Best Watersport Destinations In Asia!

Miri is known for its lush-green rainforests, natural caves and exotic flora and fauna, but its underwater realm is an untouched wonder of its own. Located in the maritime boundary between Bintulu town and Miri city, Miri-Sibuti is the largest offshore national park created in Sarawak.

Ever wanted to ride the waves like a surfer but too afraid to do so? Try wakeboarding! Also known as cable-skiing, this adrenaline pumping water sport is like water-skiing, where you balance on a board and hold onto a handle that is pulled by an electrically-driven cable, allowing you to glide over the waters.

Dotted with limestone islands with stretches of white sandy beaches, hidden coves and turquoise-coloured water teeming with corals, the Bacuit Archipelago is considered as one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

Ha Long, meaning �Dragon Descending�, is made up of nearly 2000 islands, and is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. The best way to explore this breath-taking bay is by kayaking through its islets to get closer to the limestone karsts, visit hidden caves, lagoons and pristine beaches.

Ever wondered what sapphire blue water looks like? Then visit Japan�s most famous snorkelling spot, the Blue Cave near Cape Maeda (Maeda Misaki), located in Onna-son, north of the Okinawa mainland.

Bali has more to offer than just its beautiful beaches. If you are in the mood for some adrenaline rush, then white water rafting is a great way to experience the �real� Bali! The inflatable rafts carry you through the lush rainforests of central Bali highlands, allowing you to immerse in nature, with different excitements awaiting you at each bend.

Turn your scuba diving into an archaeological adventure by exploring the 1,400-year-old underwater ruins at Qiandao Lake in China! Deep below the calm surface of Qiandao Lake in the Zhejiang Province of China lie the mysterious ruins of two ancient cities, dating back to the Han and Tang dynasties.

Known for its palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves and dense, mountainous rainforest, plus luxury resorts and posh spas, Ko Samui is Thailand�s second largest island. It is not only one of the best vacation spots but is also a great place to learn to �Stand Up Paddle� (SUP). The warm, calm water and the numerous protected beaches, provide a safe environment for perfecting your technique.