Category: Diving Asia – Pacific
Diving in Tulamben: my top 5 dive sites
Since 2012, I have seen the tiny village of Tulamben, on Bali’s northeastern coast, evolving from a sleepy fishing community into one of the most popular diving destinations worldwide. The area now features a stretch of dive resorts, from budget-friendly to luxury options, reaching as far as Kubu further north. Best known for the iconic USAT Liberty shipwreck, Tulamben diving offers a variety of …
Top 10 reasons to go diving in Amed while exploring Bali
There is a hidden gem on the northeast coast of Bali that defies the notion that the island is now overrun with overtourism and traffic jams. Welcome to Amed—a tranquil fishermen’s village where life moves at a slower pace. Yes, it is a three-hour drive from Denpasar airport to reach it, and any loud music must stop by 11 pm, but that’s precisely why …
Diving in the Similan Islands: things to know before you go
Thailand, often celebrated as the land of smiles, is also a haven for nature lovers with its 156 national parks, including 9 marine national parks accessible to scuba divers. Among these, the Similan Marine National Park, created in 1982, might be the most famous in the local and international diving community. Located along the Andaman coast, about 70 km off the coast of Khao …
Diving in Menjangan Island: a remote coral wonderland in Bali
Nestled off its northwestern coast, Menjangan remains one of Bali’s most underrated dive destinations. Often overshadowed by more popular and more easily accessible diving spots such as Tulamben or Nusa Penida, Menjangan offers a tranquil escape with turquoise waters and vibrant coral gardens. Any underwater adventurer should make the effort to drive a little further and put the tiny island on the itinerary when …
The USAT Liberty Shipwreck: 11 reasons why it became Bali #1 dive site
Beyond its lush nature and serene temples, Bali is a treasure trove of diving spots. Among its underwater gems, one shines brighter than the others: the USAT Liberty Shipwreck. This World War II remnant has captivated divers from all over the world since the 1980s. When diving in Bali, a trip to its northeast coast is a must for any passionate scuba diver, free …
Rediscovering Thailand, one marine national park at a time
I hadn’t seen the land of smiles for 10 years. Thailand saw me becoming a certified diver and a divemaster, so the Southeast Asian country will always have a special place in my heart. This is where my life took a different turn. I was excited and anxious at the same time. Would I still love it? One sure thing, I had to do …
Where to recover from jetlag in Bali?
Once you arrive at Denpasar Airport, the journey to the best dive sites in Bali is still quite a while longer. If you arrive from America or, like me, from Europe, you may need some serious rest after often more than 20 hours of flight. Besides, Bali is in the GMT+8 time zone, so there is a 13-hour time difference from NYC (12 in …
Where to go scuba diving from Manila in the Philippines?
This blog post is brought to you by Rome2rio. It’s no secret that I long to return to Asia. Since the beginning of the year, we have been getting, month after month, some good news from Thailand, Indonesia and, more recently, the Philippines! I’m waiting for the entry conditions to ease in the same way as in Latin America, where I am currently travelling. …