Quick takeaway The short answer is that it’s not as hard to learn to scuba dive as you might expect. While you need to be skills trained to an initial level, and require access to scuba diving equipment, tour operators offer accessible diving opportunities for total beginners. Table of contents Learn to scuba dive on […]
Visitors to Sabah often have one thing in mind – the ocean! Whether your thing is diving, snorkelling or boat trips, the coastline of the region of Sabah is undeniably spectacular. Because of this, it can be hard to fit everything in. This is why Sabah diving day trips in Kota Kinabalu are such a
In appreciation of PADI’s initiative “Women’s Dive Day”, which for 2019 is on 20th July, we’re taking a look at women in diving. With around 65% of certified divers being male, this annual celebration was conceived in 2015 to acknowledge and encourage more women in scuba diving. So we’ll look at historical women, innovative women,
As the peak holiday months appear on the horizon, you’re probably starting to plan for this year’s Summer adventures in diving! Maybe you’ve booked your flights already. Or perhaps you’re still debating where to go. It could even be that you’re reading this having not yet committed to trying diving for the very first time.
There’s nothing in the world that replicates the experience of an open water dive. You can witness the spectacular wildlife, unimaginable colours and surprising sounds of our planet’s underwater habitats. Of course, when an experience is this mind-blowing many people want to make a record of it. And that means cameras. But what product should
If you’re an avid diver, you’ve probably heard of Sipadan – the best dive site in Malaysia and one of the top 10 dive sites in the world. It’s also home to the Seaventures Dive Resort, a dive rig and floating village, giving you breathtaking views, unlimited diving options and a truly unique place to
Malaysia is considered by many to be a tropical paradise, with stretches of the rich rainforest as far as the eye can see and tropical turquoise water that sparkles in the sunlight. It’s this crystal clear water that also makes it a haven for scuba divers and snorkelers, particularly in the Sabah region of Borneo.
All parents want to pass on their passions to their kids. They want to see the light of enthusiasm shine from the eyes of their children and be able to share in the joy of activity with those who they love. And so it is with divers. The world of diving is a strong community,
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Over April and May 2018, we’ve seen a massive increase in the number of discarded fishing nets within the Marine Park. These nets have a devastating impact on the marine environment. Not only do they entangle and ultimately lead to the drowning of numerous marine animals, but they also damage the fragile corals. The problem
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What type of traveller are you? We bet you’re the type who wantsto try diving for the first time. How can we be so sure? Well, perhaps you’re a don’t-want-to-miss-a-thing type of traveller. Your planning is meticulous, with perfectly scheduled flights, accommodation and activities. A scuba diving course will fit in nicely with that schedule,
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