You’ll definitely want to add these gems to your bucket list

These pools are not your average hotel rectangles. These bodies of water overlook dramatic landscapes, offer unique architecture, and even house terrifying experiences. Calling all daredevils and adventurers out there, here are some of the most exceptional pools the world has to offer.

1/11 The Infinity Pool, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Located on the Sky Park above Marina Bay Sands Singapore, this is the world’s longest elevated swimming pool. It literally looks like a cruise that’s been dropped on top of three skyscrapers, flowing up to the edge of a 650 foot drop.

2/11 Ubud Hanging Gardens, Bali, Indonesia

This pool is practically an art installation surrounded by nature. The Ubud Hanging Gardens, situated in Bali, is an impeccable choice for bathing and relaxing while overlooking the trees.

3/11 Devil’s Pool, Victoria Falls, Zambia & Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls are among the world’s most awe-inspiring waterfalls. However, The Devil’s Pool—a naturally-formed pool near the edge—is one of the world’s most dangerous places to swim. A rock wall is all that stands between swimmers and a 300 foot drop over the falls. If you’re an adrenaline junkie, this could be the pool for you.

4/11 Pool in a River, Berlin, Germany

Badeshiff, or “bathing ship” is a pool on a river. This public pool is nestled in the east harbour section of River Spree in Germany, which is otherwise too polluted to allow safe swimming. The Badeshiff transforms itself into a nightclub after sunset with bars, DJs, and saunas in the winter.

5/11 Blue Lagoon Spa, Grindavik, Iceland

Because of its supernatural geothermal features, the Blue Lagoon Spa is one of the most famous spots in Grindavik, Iceland. Heated water is naturally released from the ground and stays at around 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Some say this milky blue pool has healing powers for various skin diseases.

6/11 Deepspot, Mszczonów, Poland

Located in Mszczonów, Poland, Deepspot is officially the world’s deepest swimming pool at 148 feet. Because of how many scuba divers come here, it has earned the nickname “Kindergarten for Divers”. Below the surface lies countless obstacles for divers to practice their navigation skills.

7/11 Market Square Tower, Texas, US

Made for thrillseekers, the world’s highest glass-bottomed pool stretches across the rooftop of Market Square Tower, a luxury apartment in Houston, Texas. Closer to the sky than the ground, it’s transparent edge hangs 500 feet in the air with just 8 inches of reinforced glass separating you from an almost certain fall.

8/11 Hotel Hubertus, Bolzano, Italy

While the spectacular view of mountains and valleys is what attracts tourists to visit Hotel Hubertus, there’s another reason it appeals—its unique bare-edged, glass-bottomed rooftop infinity pool. This elegant pool is 82 feet long, hangs 40 feet above the ground and is designed to appear as if it’s held up by a handful of pine logs. 

9/11 Four Seasons Safari, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

The Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti in Tanzania might be the most amazing hotel pool ever—elephants, zebras, and gazelles all parade past as you take a dip. There is a separation in elevation of 10 feet, so that guests swimming have a great view while maintaining a safe distance from these incredible animals.

10/11 San Alfonso Del Mar, Chile

At a glance, you might just see a stretch of sand separating two sides of ocean water, but look closely and you’ll realize this stretch of blue water is the largest swimming pool on the planet. Stretching out more than 3,000 feet across, this private Chilean resort is truly something special. 

11/11 Pamukkale Pools, Turkey

Pumukkale translates to “cotton castle” in Turkish, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The white calcium and limestone creates shelves in the water, and imparts minerals people believe have healing powers. If you love out-of-this-world sites, you’ll love the Pumukkale Pools.