Scuba Diving Adventures in Southeast Asia
Follow our regular scuba diving trips around Southeast Asia to find out where the best dive spots are and the lowdown on what you can expect from each location. We’ll also post useful articles on diving equipment, courses and other hints and tips as well to help you with all your diving needs
🌊 Deep Dive Series: Batu Bolong — Komodo’s Explosive Underwater Volcano of Life
Explore Batu Bolong in Komodo National Park with this deep dive guide. Learn about currents, dive conditions, marine life, safety tips, and the best time of year to dive one of Indonesia’s most iconic sites.
📸 The Ultimate Action Camera Buying Guide for Scuba Divers
Discover the best action cameras for scuba diving in 2025, including DJI Osmo Action 5, GoPro HERO, Insta360, Akaso, and SeaLife. Learn what features matter underwater plus tips for getting better dive footage.
🌊 DEEP DIVE SERIES: Richelieu Rock — Thailand’s Iconic Purple Wonderland
Discover why Richelieu Rock is Thailand’s top dive site. Depths, conditions, marine life, whale shark season, safety tips, and what to expect on this iconic pinnacle.
🕒 Surface Intervals Explained: Why They Matter More Than You Think
Learn why surface intervals matter, how long they should be, and how they improve safety, NDLs, and comfort when diving in Southeast Asia and beyond.
🌊 Deep Dive Series: USAT Liberty Wreck — Tulamben, Bali
Explore the USAT Liberty Wreck in Tulamben, Bali. Depths, conditions, marine life, photography tips, and the best time to dive this iconic WWII shipwreck.
🐢 Top 8 Places to Dive with Sea Turtles in Southeast Asia
Discover the best places to dive with sea turtles in Southeast Asia. Learn where to see green and hawksbill turtles, top dive sites, and tips for unforgettable encounters.
🎁 Top 10 Holiday Gifts for Scuba Divers — 2025 Edition
Looking for the perfect scuba diving gift? Explore the top 10 holiday gift ideas for divers in 2025, including dive gear, eco-friendly essentials, and travel must-haves.
🌊 Deep Dive Series: Barracuda Point — Sipadan, Malaysia
Discover Barracuda Point in Sipadan, Malaysia — home to the iconic barracuda tornado, turtles, sharks, world-class walls, and unforgettable drift diving.
🌊 5 Essential Pieces of Dive Gear Every Diver Should Invest In
Discover the 5 essential pieces of scuba gear every diver should invest in for safer, more comfortable dives in Southeast Asia—plus one item you definitely don’t need.
🌊 Deep Dive Series: Cape Kri, Raja Ampat (Indonesia)
Explore Cape Kri in Raja Ampat – home to 374 fish species and some of the richest reefs on Earth. Discover currents, marine life, topography, and photography tips in our Deep Dive Guide to Indonesia’s most iconic site.
🐋 Top 5 Places to See Whale Sharks in Southeast Asia (and One to Avoid)
Discover the best destinations to swim and dive with whale sharks across Southeast Asia — from Indonesia’s Cenderawasih Bay to Donsol and Koh Tao. Learn when to go, how to see them responsibly, and why these gentle giants need our protection.
🐉 Komodo vs Sipadan: Which Should Be on Your Dive Bucket List?
Discover the key differences between diving in Komodo, Indonesia, and Sipadan, Malaysia — from drift dives and mantas to calm walls and hammerheads. Find out which world-class site suits your diving style, experience, and travel plans.
🐠 Top 7 Places to Learn to Dive in Southeast Asia
Discover the best places to learn scuba diving in Southeast Asia — from Koh Tao and the Perhentian Islands to Atauro Island in Timor-Leste. Warm waters, affordable courses, and stunning reefs make these 7 destinations perfect for new divers.
📷 Wet Lenses Explained: Expanding Your Underwater Photography Setup
Discover how wet lenses enhance underwater photography. Learn about macro and wide-angle options, pros, costs, and tips for diving in Southeast Asia.
🌏 Hidden Gems: Lesser-Known Dive Spots in Southeast Asia
Discover Southeast Asia’s secret dive sites — from Alor and Tenggol to the Mergui Archipelago. Untouched reefs, rare marine life, and adventure await.
🤿 Underwater Photography: Action Camera or Full Setup? Choosing the Right Gear for Your Dive Adventures
From your first GoPro dive in Bali to mastering a Sony A7RV rig, this complete underwater photography guide covers gear choices, lighting, composition, and pro tips for divers across Southeast Asia and beyond.
🦑 Cuttlefish of Southeast Asia: Masters of Color and Camouflage Beneath the Waves
Discover Southeast Asia’s cuttlefish — intelligent, color-changing cephalopods that mesmerize divers with their camouflage, courtship, and underwater artistry
🪸 The Coral Triangle: Nature’s Masterpiece
Dive into the Coral Triangle — Earth’s most biodiverse reefs. Discover coral life, spawning, conservation, and how divers can protect these living wonders.
🐙 The Secret World of Octopuses in Southeast Asia
Discover the fascinating octopuses of Southeast Asia — from the mimic and wunderpus to the blue-ringed. Learn their secrets, behaviors, and photography tips.
🌏 Top 5 Liveaboard Diving Trips in Southeast Asia
Explore the best liveaboard diving trips in Southeast Asia — from Raja Ampat’s coral reefs to Komodo’s mantas and Tubbataha’s pristine walls. Discover when to go, what to see, and how to plan your perfect liveaboard adventure.