Stories, science, and snapshots from a life beneath the waves.
A friendly humphead wrasse locals call "Wally" turned a routine GBR dive into magic—etiquette, behavior, and tips for calm, respectful encounters and better photos.
Read more about Wally the Wrasse encounter
Low-season in Thailand isn't a write-off. We cover East vs West monsoons, safety calls, training tweaks, realistic visibility, and gear that makes windy weeks workable.
Read more about diving in Thailand's off season
Follow us behind the scenes of a hands-on conservation dive and discover what it takes to rebuild a reef. From collecting fragments to monitoring growth, every step matters.
Read more about coral restoration with zip ties
Tried-and-tested dive equipment from months on the road — from Bex's must-have field log to Oli's go-to fin setup. Our honest gear recommendations after diving in 15+ countries.
Read more about scuba gear recommendations
The magic of eye contact with a gentle giant. One of our most unforgettable dives to date, when a juvenile whale shark appeared out of the blue at Ningaloo Reef.
Read more about our first whale shark encounter
From equipment failures to language barriers, here's what dive instruction looks like when you're far from dive shops and backup gear. The challenges and rewards of remote teaching.
Read more about teaching diving in remote locations