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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Discover the extraordinary diving life of Don Silcock, acclaimed underwater photographer and travel editor, from PNG to Argentina and beyond.
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
Alex Mustard focuses (‘scuse the pun) on vintage lenses Photographs courtesy of Alex Mustard “When I started, it was an achievement to get the flash
Alex Mustard focuses on a diving style that is rapidly growing in popularity, and one that will challenge underwater photographers – blackwater Photographs by Alex
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.
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
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
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
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
The ‘dream luxury dive vacation’ often comes down to two primary preferences – land-based resort or dedicated dive yacht – and when it comes to
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
Explore the Duke of Buccleugh shipwreck off Sussex – cargo, history, and the mystery behind its 1889 Channel collision.
Southeast Asia offers some of the most-superlative diving in the world, and we present a round-up of the top dive destinations within this neck of
Although the most-significant risk factors for decompression sickness (DCS) are dive time, depth, and ascent rate, it’s worth noting that most cases of DCS occur
Alex Mustard turns his attention to that true crowd-pleaser – shark photography Photographs by Alex Mustard I love my rugby, so I’ve been glued to
World-class freediver, adventurer, ocean advocate, stuntwoman and TV presenter – and not forgetting a proud mum – Mehgan Heaney-Grier talks to Scuba Diver about her
Off the tip of southeastern Sulawesi, Indonesia, in the Banda Sea, Wakatobi Dive Resort offers an unforgettable blend of pristine, protected reefs with sustainable luxury,
Yorkshire divers uncover why UC-47 surfaced in 1917, revealing the U-boat’s fate and the heroic actions of HMS P-57.
On a recent expedition, marine biologist Dr Richard Smith took an intrepid group of marine life–loving divers to explore the new must-visit area of Indonesia
Barbados is well known as a party island and a hangout for the rich and famous, but it also harbours some superlative wreck and reef
After his attempts to set up an underwater modelling photo workshop in the Red Sea were an epic failure, Stuart Philpott used his time in
Discover the best travel apps for divers. From Scuba Calendar to Tripwhistle, plan trips, spot marine life, and stay safe on your next dive adventure.
It can get pretty cold at home in Britain. And this can mean extra layers under drysuits, dry-gloves and even consideration about making sure we
Photographs by Stuart Philpott Did you know? A diver propulsion vehicle (DPV) course will teach you how to properly and safely pilot a DPV in
Komodo to Raja Ampat Adrian Stacey continues his epic odyssey on board a traditional phinisi-style Indonesian liveaboard travelling from Komodo to Raja Ampat. I was
This month we bring you the final instalment of our state-by-state guide to diving the magnificent and diverse waters of Australia, with Emma Burdett providing
Imagine being put in a room with all your ocean heroes, dream mentors, favourite not-for-profits, world-class research institutes, photographers, filmmakers, technical dive instructors, and being
Wakatobi Seasoned underwater photographer Walt Stearns presents a dozen reasons why this far-flung dive resort deserves top billing Wakatobi Resort (www.wakatobi.com) is consistently ranked as
Helen Rose and Nigel Marsh wax lyrical about the exotic marine life that can be encountered under and around the jetties of the Yorke Peninsula
Jeremy Cuff samples the underwater delights of Dorset’s Studland Bay, famed for its seahorses but offering plenty of other marine life species to discover in
The tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) is the largest predatory fish encountered in tropical seas and take its name from the dark, vertical stripes found mainly
The Philippines is now firmly on the map as a top diving destination, with a diverse range of locations, and here we showcase just a
Our panel of industry experts look at the pros and cons of boat diving vs shore diving, explaining that there are merits – and issues
What do you get when you combine world-class muck diving with the best of Filipino hospitality and service? You get a thrilling destination to quicken
We chat to the Canadian underwater photographer, author, explorer, and marine conservationist Jett Britnell about the challenges of cold-water photography and organising expeditions to some
First in a series of articles on Indonesia by Scuba Diver’s Senior Travel Editor Don Silcock, with this one providing an overview of the expansive
Jayne Jenkins extols the underwater – and topside – virtues of Nelson Bay Photographs by Jayne Jenkins One of my favourite places to head off
PT Hirschfield chats with up-and-coming underwater photographer Talia Greis Photographs by Talia Greis Having done over 800 dives (logging around 150- 180 dives a year),
Discover four conservation groups committed to Tahiti Coral Conservation. They are protecting coral reefs through reef restoration, coral gardening, turtle care and restoration science.
When his regulator hose burst during a dive, Rob not only lost his primary air source, he also was engulfed by a cloud of bubbles
Learn how Andy Torbet overcomes extreme underwater filming challenges, including lighting caves, mines, and deep wrecks for cinematic dive footage.
Don Silcock continues his guide to the diving on offer in Papua New Guinea, this time turning his attention to the often overlooked Fathers Reefs
Family holidays can always present a problem – how do you keep everyone happy? Well, head to Orlando and you can do the ‘Disney thing’
IANTD UK Training Director Phil Short is the man to go to when you want to explore virgin cave systems, venture deep underwater to some
Night diving is a unique way to observe marine life. Ocean creatures behave differently at night, and you might even spot animals you would never
Sitting close to the middle of the Coral Triangle, it’s no wonder that Papua New Guinea (PNG) has some of the best coral reefs in
It’s way up in Scotland’s Summer Isles, but the zinc-carrying coaster Jambo is one of Britain’s most recent maritime casualties and well worth a visit,
An unusual combination of factors make this WW2 mine-layer, which lies close to the Skye Bridge, difficult to resist. That’s JOHN LIDDIARD’s view. Illustration by
Is this WWII cargo wreck off Northumberland so popular because its much-rummaged hold still turns up such interesting items John Liddiard conducts the tour. Illustration
This warship’s fighting history might have been unimpressive, says John Liddiard, but as a wreck it is the most intact of all the German Fleet
He likes his armed trawlers, does John Liddiard, and this minesweeper wreck off South Devon makes a particularly good dive. Illustration by Max Ellis ALTHOUGH
This cargo steamer sank off Skye 108 years ago, but it comes alive for divers, says John Liddiard, especially when the sun is shiningIllustration by
If you’re out in the Channel, this armed tugboat sunk in the aftermath of D-Day makes for a stimulating dive, says John Liddiard Illustration by
A great dive, yet few people do it – John Liddiard visits deep dark Pembrokeshire and the deep dark wreck of a 3178-ton steamship between
Here’s a classic U-boat dive for deeper divers in clear waters off north Cornwall, with John Liddiard your tour guide and illustration by Max Ellis
Already dived the Köln in Scapa Flow? Then you’ll enjoy her sister-ship, says John Liddiard – and it’s not more of the same, either. Illustration
We’re staying with those popular German warships, and this one has quite a history. It’s one for the more experienced among you, says John Liddiard,
Another victim of that WW1 ace U-boat commander Johann Lohs, this freighter wreck off the Isle of Wight is conveniently sized and perfect for nitrox
