Diving In The Red Sea

The Red Sea really is a one of a kind place and should not be overlooked by any diver, no matter what your experience level. Thanks to its geography, the Red Sea is warm all year round and virtually enclosed - which has enabled a totally unique marine ecology to develop. There are species found here that no other patch of water can offer, along side some of the more typical fishy favourites. From the smallest macro life, through to turtles, eagle rays right up to the apex predators and even whalesharks, diving in the Red Sea is never dull. Be you on a lavish coral reef or a heavenly wreck, every dive is different yet always packed with nerve tingling moments you will treasure long after your tan has faded.

Egypt has traditionally been the Red Sea destination to head for. From quiet, intimate resorts on the water's edge to large all inclusive options with all mod cons, Scuba Travel can help get the perfect hotel for your holiday. Or why not escape from the shoreline and sail further out to sea on one of the sleek sexy modern liveaboards, where the superb service compliments an awesome programme of diving. Looking further down the Red Sea, Sudan stands out as a supreme destination. Isolated and unexplored, diving in Sudan mixes up sharks, manta and great wrecks with the same luxury that makes our liveaboards so popular. And if you are on the hunt for that really special somewhere, Djibouti comes last in the Red Sea but is by no means least of all the destinations. Off the beaten track, the diving here is all about whalesharks. Juveniles and adults, ram feeding or languidly cruising, Djibouti really does offer divers and non divers a treat that few places in the world can match.

Dive The Indian Ocean

The Indian Ocean is a vast expanse of water that seems to stretch out endlessly. From the white sands of the Indian subcontinent all the way to Africa's shores, the Indian Ocean is home many different countries and diverse cultures, not least the Maldives and South Africa. Underwater the Indian Ocean is even richer and more exciting than life on top. Aqua blue waters, soothing warm waters and a huge wealth of marine species, from the smallest to the biggest end of the scale. These are just some of the characteristics that draw us to the Indian Ocean time and time again and ensure that we leave enchanted.

The Maldives is a haven for divers, who can find manta, rays and sharks alongside vast schooling snapper, barracuda and sweetlips. This island nation barely scrapes the water line but certainly knows what it takes to make your dream holiday happen. The resorts are famed for the romantic atmosphere, traditional wooden decor and excellent service. Kuredu island balances calming relaxation and and fun fueled action while Komandoo delivers exclusive seclusion. If diving is your priority then the luxurious liveaboards that sail both the northern and southern atoll regions are guaranteed to hit the just the right spot. Be it on the sleek Monsoon exploring the remote Northern atolls or on the spacious, brightly coloured Nautilus fleet cruising the Southern atolls, you can be sure that the awesome diving beneath the waves is matched by an unrivaled service from the knowledgeable dive team.

At the other end of the Indian ocean lies South Africa and the promise of a holiday packed with adrenalin. World famous for her large predators, this stunning nation is home to some a huge number of shark species, not least tiger sharks, ragged tooth and great whites. See the Sardine run first hand and witness the single largest marine migration on the planet - sure to leave you breathless. In between dives, game drives take you up close and personal with roaring lions, impressive rhinos and long legged creatures that roam the savannahs.

Diving In The Far East

The name Far East conjures up visions of exotic destinations and glamorous diving... and with Scuba Travel, your holiday will live up to the dream. Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia are must see dive hot spots where the days are long, packed with sunshine and the diving stands out for its unique ecology and serene beauty. The marine life is endlessly varied with the smallest species hiding amid the lush corals right through to large pelagics that cruise the deep. Matched by the superior service surface side, these Far East destinations suit divers and non divers alike. Quite simply, every detail has been taken care of to ensure that your trip exceeds your every expectation.

Mabul and Sipadan are a winning duo when it comes to tempting dive destinations. Sipadan toady is a nature reserve and can only be accessed on a day boat basis. Sipadan's cheeky turtles and swirling shark schools draw divers from all over the world to this remote corner of the globe. Only a stone's throw away lies Mabul island, where luxury meets convenience. A worthwhile dive resort in its own right, Mabul is a macro paradise and muck diving at its best. Kasai Village is sure to please any diver into macro life. Nestled on the sea front, the Kasai Village is home of the Philippines finest pristine reef and filled with nudibranch, mandarin fish and pygmy sea horses. And for the days in between dives, there are a host of eco-tours and excursions that will keep even the most demanding traveler satisfied. Indonesia is the furthest flung of all out Fast East resorts but once you have arrived, you will never want to leave. Relax into the peaceful isolation of Wakatobi resort or sail the region on the Pelagian liveaboard- the choice is yours. Feel like a superstar as you enjoy the super luxurious lifestyle of this premium resort.

Pacific Diving

Diving the the Pacific is the stuff of dreams and every diver owes it to themselves to see the simply spectacular sights that await underwater at least once. This is a remote region, with most of the best dive sites being only truly accessible from the purpose built premier liveaboards that Scuba Travel work with. Yet it is this isolation that makes the area so magical. More than worth the journey, diving in the Pacific is like diving in a land that man forgot. Here you can find almost every marine creature you have ever dreamed of... and then some. From the tiniest macro life right to the great schooling hammerheads, whalesharks and unending herds of white tips, something new and breath taking can be found on each and every dive. And with such a rich and diverse marine ecology to explore, you will not want to come home!

On one side of the Pacific region sits the Galapagos and Cocos with Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Truk on the other. These are the destinations of diving folklore. The Galapagos is world famous, known for its shark population, sea lions and manta. Sailing out to Wolf and Darwin brings you face to face with species both on land and underwater that cannot be found anywhere else on the planet. Experience first class service and jaw dropping diving in Cocos. Hammerheads and white tips cruise in gigantic schools around these deep sea mounts, coming in to be cleaned in the shallows. Marbled sting rays and manta swoop in to join the action. Fiji and Papua are no less impressive. Sharks still venture to their sea mounts but the rich corals and huge biodiversity rival anything else you can find underwater. Truk lagoon is a special place where wreck diving meets rich marine life. Dive onto the Japanese fleet that met its end in the lagoon, smothered in draping corals. Go beyond all expectations in the Pacific and let yourself experience the diving delights that make these destinations stand out.