Shark conservation with Taylor Ladd-Hudson
Shark conservationist and environmentalist Taylor Ladd-Hudson will be on the Main Stage at Sydney’s GO Diving Show ANZ in September discussing the importance| Divernet
Shark conservationist and environmentalist Taylor Ladd-Hudson will be on the Main Stage at Sydney’s GO Diving Show ANZ in September discussing the importance| Divernet
Diving is strictly prohibited on the Estonia, as two underwater film-makers who visited the tragic Baltic ferry wreck found to their cost in 2021. But the ban has not deterred Russia from allegedly using the grave site as cover for spying against NATO countries, according to a new report. A total of 825 people died […]| Divernet
Stuart Cove is a dive-industry icon, having forged a career in which he became the go-to man when Hollywood wanted to film under water. We chatted to the man behind the legend When did you start diving? “I started in 1964, when my father, an avid diver, taught me to dive in our family swimming-pool. […]| Divernet
A former scuba diver whose husband was lost while diving off the Dorset coast in 2024 has launched an appeal for the RNLI to be better equipped with sophisticated deep-search equipment. Vivien Clowes’s 57-year-old husband Steve disappeared following a deep wreck-dive almost 30km off the coast in May last year, as reported at the time […]| Divernet
The Island of the Shark — Guardians of Malpelo will premiere on 29 October in Buenaventura, Colombia, celebrating three decades of Malpelo’s protected status. Award-winning film-maker Annie Crawley, also known as Ocean Annie, will join the celebration remotely, from aboard the Colombia Dive Adventures Ferox ecotourism vessel at Malpelo Island. You can then join the […]| Divernet
The worlds richest reefs Dive the world’s richest reefs with Papua Diving Resorts, the pioneers of sustainable tourism and diving in Raja Ampat. Our award-winning resorts are PADI Five Star, providing outstanding service that goes hand-in-hand with conservation. Just a few minutes away from our resorts, explore colorful coral gardens and energetic schools of fish […]| Divernet
Discover the art and science of lighting for underwater and cave diving shoots, as TV adventurer Andy Torbet reveals the secrets of filming in darkness underwater.| Divernet
Oceanic manta rays are able to dive to well beyond 1km deep, and now it seems that once away from shallow coastal waters they rely on this ability for orientation and long-range navigation. An international team of researchers working in New Zealand, Indonesia and Peru tagged 24 examples of Mobula birostris, the world’s biggest species […]| Divernet
MARCUS GREATWOOD discusses the challenges of searching for shipwrecks using breath-hold techniques, and how technology can help turn the tide in favour of freedivers. He took the photographs did you know? The most important safety rule for freediving is to always dive with a qualified buddy who can rescue you. Freediving can be dangerous because […]| Divernet
UPDATED In a dramatic start to a southern Egyptian Red Sea dive-trip, the liveaboard Royal Evolution ran aground on Abu Dabbab reef near Marsa Alam on 24 October, prompting the evacuation of all its guests to another liveaboard nearby. The 40m steel-hulled vessel had departed from Port Ghalib, about 30km to the north, and struck […]| Divernet
Witness Mexico’s own Sardine Run in Magdalena Bay, where striped marlin, sea lions, and whales hunt in one of nature’s most thrilling spectacles.| Divernet
Discover how one diver embraced CCR diving (closed-circuit rebreathers), transforming his diving experience and unlocking new underwater adventures.| Divernet
Journey beneath the waves with World Dives, where we spotlight the most extraordinary dive sites from across the globe. Experience the vibrant coral reefs of the Pacific, the haunting shipwrecks of the Atlantic, and everything in between. With firsthand accounts, stunning visuals, and insider tips, we aim to inspire and guide your next underwater adventure.| Divernet
After 142 years, divers uncover the North Wales wreck off Norfolk - a perfectly preserved 19th-century barque teeming with marine life.| Divernet
This month we continue our State-by-State guide to diving the magnificent and diverse waters of Australia with a closer look at what South Australia has to offer. Australia boasts stunning reefs, kelp forests, a vast array of wrecks, humpback whale migrations, whaleshark aggregations, great white encounters, sea lions, weedy and leafy sea dragons, macro dives […]| Divernet
Discover Bikini Atoll’s legendary WWII shipwrecks — from USS Saratoga to IJN Nagato — in Don Silcock’s ultimate guide to diving the nuclear fleet.| Divernet
Discover why Cayman Brac offers some of the Caribbean’s best shore dives — explore wrecks, coral reefs, and vibrant marine life just steps from shore.| Divernet
When you pay upfront for a diving holiday, you need to know you can trust whoever is handling the money. A group of divers who headed to the Maldives this summer are still nursing bruised bank balances, as STEVE WEINMAN reports Scuba divers are often advised to book expensive overseas trips only through reputable professional […]| Divernet
Learn how to prevent and manage seasickness before a dive. Expert DAN tips on medication, natural remedies, hydration, and safety for divers.| Divernet
Dr Terry Cummins and his wife Cathie make the most of last-minute spots opening up on a Spoilsport liveaboard itinerary out to the upper Ribbon Reefs of the Great Barrier Reef Photographs by Dr Terry and Cathie Cummins It was late September when we had a last minute and unexpected pleasure of going out on […]| Divernet
Deborah Dickson-Smith explains everything you need to know, and what you didn’t know that you didn’t know, about the world-famous Great Barrier Reef in Australia Photographs by DDS, Michelle Barry, Gemma Molinaros, Pablo Cogollos,Julia Summerling, and Mike Ball Dive Expeditions The Great Barrier Reef is on most divers’ bucket list, the most famous reef in […]| Divernet
Discover South Australia's Port Hughes Jetty — a shallow, vibrant dive packed with anglerfish, seahorses, and blue-ringed octopus. A must for macro fans!| Divernet
Scientists have long been gloomy about the prospects for coral-reef survival around the warming world, but according to the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) artificial intelligence is inclined to look on the brighter side than humans. A new study led by the New York-based WCS has concluded that AI models are providing “more accurate and more […]| Divernet
Explore Indonesia’s Komodo National Park aboard the luxurious Tiaré liveaboard — thrilling drifts, manta rays, and world-class reefs await.| Divernet
Since Nicolas and Lena Remy relocated from France to Sydney a few years ago, they have been eager to explore what sort of diving the South Pacific region had| Divernet
Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of Underwater Photography. Discover the art and techniques behind capturing stunning images beneath the waves. From equipment recommendations and camera settings to composition tips and editing techniques, we provide invaluable resources to help you master the art of capturing the underwater world. Join us on this visual journey as we celebrate the wonders of the deep, one breathtaking image at a time.| Divernet
The controversy surrounding the still-unexplained death of 12-year-old Dylan Harrison in a Texas lake in August has taken another disturbing turn with the surfacing of an eight-year-old video clip. It shows the owner of ScubaToys.com, which would later organise Dylan’s entry-level training, referring in an unguarded moment to the number of trainee deaths the dive-shop […]| Divernet
NASA-trained aquanaut Dawn Kernagis talks NEEMO missions, DEEP habitats, and the evolution of underwater living and marine research.| Divernet
NASA aquanaut and DEEP Director Dawn Kernagis discusses her years with the WKPP, cave exploration breakthroughs, and what’s next for undersea research.| Divernet
Follow Pablo Fuenzalida’s inspiring journey as the 2024 Our World-Underwater Scholar — diving with sharks, whales, and purpose across the globe.| Divernet
Nicolas Remy describes the pros and cons of switching from a trusty DSLR to a more-compact mirrorless system for underwater photography Photographs by Nicolas Remy Over the last few years, camera manufacturers have progressively stopped investing in DSLRs and focused their innovation efforts on mirrorless technology. This saw waves of top-side image-makers (professional and enthusiasts […]| Divernet
Discover how Don Silcock mastered technical diving in the Solomon Islands — sidemount skills, deep wrecks, and underwater photography insights.| Divernet
The 96m-deep wreck of the early British iron steamship The Greek has been identified following post-dive research by divers, after 156 years sunk far from land beneath the Celtic Sea. The site was found halfway between Cornwall and Ireland in September 2024 and dived by three members of the Darkstar technical-diving team. They had discovered […]| Divernet
Discover how mastering negative space transforms your underwater shots into stunning, story-driven compositions that editors love.| Divernet
Dive into Ningaloo Reef, Australia’s wild coral coast where whale sharks, manta rays and humpbacks meet pristine reefs and desert landscapes.| Divernet
French Polynesia’s well-protected reefs offer some incredible marine life encounters, as Diveplanit’s Deborah Dickson-Smith experiences Photographs by Bernard Beaussier, Grégoire Le Bacon, Grégory Lecoeur, Frédérique Legrand,Jim Winter and Stéphane Mailion Photography French Polynesia, commonly referred to as ‘the Islands of Tahiti’, its most-famous island, has long been imagined as a luxurious, romantic destination, with picture-perfect […]| Divernet
The Mares Dive App for Apple Ultra offers a new way of turning the Ultra watch into a fully capable dive-computer, says the Italian manufacturer. Though not the first app to provide this service, Mares claims that its long history in developing dive-computers is reflected in the intuitive interface and dive-logging flexibility its new offering […]| Divernet
Discover Apo Island, the Philippines’ oldest marine protected area, where community conservation has revived reefs and inspired global ocean protection.| Divernet
Ocean Gaia is the latest artwork from British sculptor-diver Jason deCaires Taylor - and is also said to be the first underwater sculpture ever installed in| Divernet
The Isles of Scilly is renowned for its seal encounters, but as Roisin Maddison discovered, there is much more to this destination than playful marine mammals. Scillies Eyes closed and my head resting against my makeshift pillow, I thought back on the already-hectic morning starting with a 5am alarm, and thensomehow still managing to be […]| Divernet
Discover the rare Australian pineapplefish, a bioluminescent, armour-plated reef dweller found along Australia’s coasts. Learn where and how to spot it.| Divernet
Mike Bartick offers some sage advice on how to get to grips with the techniques of blur and bokeh Photographs by Mike Bartick Bokeh is a highly useful and essential skill for all forms of photography, encompassing light, the mechanics of the lens, and the photographer’s eye for creating strong compositions. The term bokeh (boh-kuh) […]| Divernet
Mike Bartick explains how to master the basics for great macro imagery Photography by Mike Bartick Developing an eye for macro is just as important as learning how to shoot them. Here a bright yellow damselfish is guarding and aerating her eggs. The whip coral has a reef behind it, so with a slight adjustment […]| Divernet
Join DAN and fellow dive industry professionals from 11-14 November at the Orange County Convention Centre West in Orlando for DEMA Show 2025. DAN will exhibit in Booth #621 and offer seminars, meetings, a members-only social event, and other opportunities to connect with our mission and team. Register for the DAN Member Social This year’s DAN Member Social is […]| Divernet
The Maldives set a new Guinness World Record (GWR) on 18 October when 623 snorkellers dipped their faces in the sea simultaneously in Baa Atoll. The mass snorkel was part of what was termed the “Baani Event”, organised by Baa Atoll Council and the Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC). It involved participation from resort staff, guests […]| Divernet
Discover the extraordinary diving life of Don Silcock, acclaimed underwater photographer and travel editor, from PNG to Argentina and beyond.| Divernet
Turkish freediver Sahika Ercumen has broken her own world record in the CMAS Variable Weight No Fins category with a 107m dive that she used to demonstrate| Divernet
If your dive-gear isn’t up to scratch, it doesn’t matter how in shape you are – you‘re going to be risking potentially life-threatening issues. Our panel of dive-industry experts discuss the importance of checks, especially pre-season after a six-month layoff Mary Tetley, BSAC Chief Executive: “When it comes to dive equipment, prevention is better than […]| Divernet
Alex Mustard focuses (‘scuse the pun) on vintage lenses| Divernet
An apparently delayed response to a diving emergency; buddying-up of two 12-year-old trainees in poor visibility; a divemaster’s lost computer and mixed messages on whether the case was open or closed – more information is emerging about the circumstances surrounding the death of 12-year-old Dylan Harrison during a certification dive in a Texas lake two […]| Divernet
In this exclusive scuba diver Q&A, Sarah Donohue shares her dramatic entry into diving, her work as a marine stunt performer, and her passion for ocean conservation.| Divernet
Shark researcher Sarah Han-de-Beaux leads Spot A Shark, using citizen science and photo-ID to protect Australia’s endangered grey nurse sharks. Here’s how to get involved.| Divernet
Dive into the depths of the unknown with content dedicated to the whole wide world of scuba diving. From mesmerising marine-life encounters through wreck exploration - including our renowned Shipwreck Tours – underwater archaeology and cave-diving, this section also covers scuba diving technique and training advice, the sport’s celebrities and much more. There are great reads here for everyone from novice to the most experienced of scuba divers.| Divernet
The Seac Sub PX100 regulator offers reliable performance, cold-water capability, and lightweight design at an affordable price. Read our review.| Divernet
Alex Mustard focuses on a diving style that is rapidly growing in popularity, and one that will challenge underwater photographers – blackwater Photographs by Alex Mustard Tiny phytoplankton are the powerhouse of the ocean food web. These single-celled plants proliferate in sunlit upper layers in astronomic numbers and account for more than half of all […]| Divernet
Ear problems are among the most common injuries in diving, and they can quickly turn a great trip into a painful and potentially dangerous experience. One diver recently learned this the hard way after struggling to equalise, only to develop muffled hearing, buzzing, and balance issues that continued even after surfacing. A specialist later discovered […]| Divernet
The 2025 edition of the Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition, now in its 14th year, has opened for entries. Offering more than US $60,000 in prizes, the annual contest is organised by online resource the Underwater Photography Guide and aimed at everyone from amateur to professional photographers around the world. Entries can be made into […]| Divernet
Discover Rafael Fernández Caballero's underwater photography secrets, gear tips, and inspiring dive adventures around the world.| Divernet
You don’t have to go deep to see big animals in UK waters, as STUART PHILPOTT explains when he goes hunting for thornback rays The owner of Porthkerris Divers (www.porthkerris.com), Mike Anselmi, said the Helford River Estuary was one of the best diving sites in the area. The shallow seabed attracted a huge diversity of […]| Divernet
With gin-clear water, year-round sunshine, direct flights and one of the world’s top ten rated shipwrecks, Cyprus has a lot to offer, and whether you choose north or south of the border, you can be assured a warm welcome. In fact, if you add it all up – you drive on the same side of […]| Divernet
Discover the challenges of filming for technical diving on TV: from extreme depths to lighting in caves and wrecks. Insights from Andy Torbet.| Divernet
Scuba diving is an incredible sport, but it places unique demands on the body that can turn a minor medical issue into something far more serious. For divers with a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia), the risk isn’t just about cuts and scrapes – it extends to barotrauma and decompression injuries where normal clotting plays a […]| Divernet
The name ‘jellyfish’ refers to numerous marine animals belonging to the phylum Cnidaria. While some species, such as box jellyfish, can cause life-threatening health complications, most jellyfish encountered by divers are significantly less dangerous. Jellyfish stings typically range from being painless to causing burning sensations with mild or moderate blistering. Remember to keep an eye on […]| Divernet
Lack of dive-boat look-outs and unsafe DSMB practice meant that the death of experienced wreck-diver Paul Smith in Orkney two years ago was avoidable, according to a detailed new incident report issued by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB). Smith, 70, from Greater Manchester, was struck by the propellor of the Scapa Flow dive-boat Karin, but […]| Divernet
Dive deep with filmmaker David Diley, creator of Of Shark and Man. Discover how he began his underwater journey, the challenges of filming bull sharks, his near-death dive at Elphinstone, and what’s next for his shark-inspired storytelling.| Divernet
A new way of keeping tabs on hard-to-track marine species such as orcas has been developed by researchers in the USA – and it puts to good use underwater telecoms cabling that once redundant lies dormant on the seabed. Two kilometres of fibre-optic cable were specially laid near the San Juan Islands in Puget Sound […]| Divernet
Avoiding barotrauma while scuba diving is essential. Discover causes, symptoms, and safety tips to protect your ears, sinuses, lungs, and mask.| Divernet
Discover tiny, spectacular reef creatures with our Great Barrier Reef macro photography guide. Capture shots others often overlook!| Divernet
The ‘dream luxury dive vacation’ often comes down to two primary preferences – land-based resort or dedicated dive yacht – and when it comes to Wakatobi, the answer is both. Wakatobi Dive Resort (www.wakatobi.com) has earned a reputation as one of the world’s premier snorkelling and diving destinations. In addition to the resort, Wakatobi also […]| Divernet
Michael Menduno asked if optimising a diver’s hydration and temperaturecan improve their decompression safety Over the last two decades, hyperbaric researchers, and subsequently divers, have come to understand that proper hydration is important in reducing the risk of decompression sickness (DCS). Though it began as an anecdotal belief – it was common to find that […]| Divernet
The Avalon Diving History Exhibit (ADHE) on Catalina Island has celebrated the momentous milestone of having being visited by over 250,000 people. On 30 September, the ADHE welcomed Patrick Michl and Kita Ith, who became the 250,000 and 250,001 visitors to the dive museum, located on the ground level of the world-famous Casino building. Patrick […]| Divernet
Six weeks after the unexplained death of a 12-year-old girl on a scuba training course, investigators who failed to collect dive-computers at the scene appear still not to have analysed the data available from them – and one of the two dive professionals’ units is reported to have gone missing. Prominent US lawyer, diver and […]| Divernet
Discover Valerie Taylor’s extraordinary fight for ocean conservation and shark protection, from Jaws fame to her enduring legacy inspiring new changemakers.| Divernet
Join Josh Richards and the Soggy Wombats as they uncover hidden passages in Pines Cave, Mount Gambier, using photogrammetry and innovative cave-diving techniques.| Divernet
One of the world’s longest-established diving websites, Divernet contains a wealth of information about diving destinations, equipment, techniques and much more, as well as daily news updates from around the world.| Divernet
Spearguns are usually designed to be positively buoyant once the spear is removed, and the freediver's was found floating at the surface. It was Mazarrón| Divernet
Six world records for horizontal breath-hold diving tumbled in Greece last week - and five of them were set by two male and female freedivers from Poland.| Divernet
Now the unnamed owner of one sdive-centre has been sentenced to 10 months’ imprisonment for allowing a customer to go freediving unaccompanied - an action| Divernet
British film-star Kate Winslet puts everything into her acting roles, and lately she has been carrying out underwater breath-holds that could give her a winning place in the UK freediving team should she decide on a sudden career-shift.| Divernet
Croatian freediver Petar Klovar has finally broken New Zealander William Trubridge’s stranglehold on the AIDA Constant Weight No Fins (CNF) world record,| Divernet
Static apnea is the freediving discipline that involves breath-holding while face-down and motionless in water. And the first rule drummed into freedivers is| Divernet
A celebrated French winemaker, Frédéric Panaïotis, has died while freediving in a Belgian quarry. Described as a keen and skilled freediver and instructor| Divernet
The world record for longest underwater breath-hold using oxygen is often viewed as much as a conjuring trick as an athletic feat - and at one time the title| Divernet
