Yet again, we have more proof that working for National Geographic as a photographer is one of the coolest jobs in the entire world.

Following the guideline her life depends on, a diver threads the needle through a stalagmite forest in Dan’s Cave on Abaco Island. A single, misplaced fin kick can shatter mineral formations tens of thousands of years old.

The blue holes of the Bahamas yield a scientific trove that may even shed light on life beyond Earth.  If only they weren’t so dangerous to explore.  Oh well.

Pics after the jump….