Explore dive destinations around the world. Whether you are planning a relaxed dive holiday or an adventurous dive trip, here you find the perfect location shaped by the ocean.
Discover marine wildlife and iconic dive sites worldwide. Whether you are drawn to coral reefs, wrecks, or big marine life, explore where divers dive and what lives beneath the surface.
Connect with certified dive centers and professional instructors worldwide. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced diver, find the perfect location to learn, explore, and enhance your diving skills.
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Discover dive sites around the world where activity is at its peak right now. Whether you are searching for exceptional wildlife encounters or the right dive season, here you find where the action is happening beneath the surface.
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Liveaboard diving holidays pack more diving in the same trip and allow divers to explore far-flung dive areas and see more marine life in the most beautiful dive destinations of the world.
Whether its wildlife tours, cultural visits and scenic hikes you are after or idyllic shores, swim stops and wonderful meals on board, an adventure cruise offers an amazing experience you won’t easily forget.
Famous the world over for its wildlife reserves and thrilling safaris, Africa has more to offer its visitors than lions, giraffes, and elephants. With over 35,000 kilometers (nearly 20,000 miles) of coastline and some of the world’s largest lakes, there is no shortage of exciting diving in Africa. Divers of all levels can take their pick between the volcanic walls and well-preserved wrecks of the Atlantic Ocean on Africa’s west coast, the clear, warm waters of the Indian Ocean on its east coast, the Red Sea’s colorful reefs, or the beautiful diversity of the Mediterranean. And the freshwater diving of Lakes Malawi, Tanganyika, and Victoria is sure to thrill even the most seasoned diver. Diving in Africa has it all.
Diving in Africa you can explore the wonders of the Red Sea or discover hidden gems like St. Helena Island.
Some of the world’s most paradisiac diving destinations in Asia can be found in Indonesia, Maldives, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Das Great Barrier Reef, das größte Korallenriff der Welt, ist der Inbegriff des Tauchens in Australien.
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North America offers a wide variety of adventures for every type of diver such as ice diving in Alaska or cenote diving in Mexico.
Some of the top diving destinations in Oceania include Micronesia, Fiji, Polynesia, Palau, Guam or the Marshall Islands.
In South America, you will find plenty of dive sites to choose from, including Ilhabela, Abrolhos Archipelago, and Easter Island.
Explore scuba diving in the Atlantic Ocean – from temperate reefs to pelagic encounters. Discover top dive sites, conditions and marine life.
Discover scuba diving in the Baltic Sea, famous for historic wrecks and cold-water conditions. Learn where to dive and what to expect.
Experience world-class scuba diving in the Caribbean with vibrant reefs, walls and warm water. Explore the best dive destinations and conditions.
Explore scuba diving in the Indian Ocean, home to tropical reefs, sharks and clear waters. Discover top dive destinations and seasons.
Discover scuba diving in the Mediterranean Sea, from historic wrecks to caves and clear coastal waters. Find the best dive sites and seasons.
Explore scuba diving in the Pacific Ocean, known for vast reefs and big marine life. Discover top dive regions and underwater experiences.
Experience scuba diving in the Red Sea, famous for vibrant coral reefs and crystal-clear water. Discover the best dive sites and conditions.
You may know that our oceans cover more than 70 percent of the earth’s surface, but did you know that humans have only explored a total of less than five percent of the oceans? In celebration of World Ocean Day, we want to explore the best dive sites within the seven seas. From the small tropical islands of the Pacific to the crystal-clear waters of the Indian, over to the wild and rough Atlantic, every ocean has its diverse underwater characteristics and brings something unique to the table. This week, let us help you discover magical dive sites you have never heard of before!
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Located on South East of the island. This dive site has shallow water that is good for training dives and practice buoyancy. The dive site is sheltered, so you can dive in a calm and stable environment with no waves.
Japanese Gardens enjoys the protection of Koh Nanguan, which generally makes it a very calm and easy site. The depth ranges from just a couple meters to about 16 meters.
This dive site is located in a bay on the east coast of Koh Tao. When the westerly winds are so strong that the dive sites on the west side of the island are not suitable for diving, the conditions here are calm.
White Rock, also known as White Rock and Black Rock, is located to the south of Nan Yuan Island, adjacent to Koh Tao. The whole site is a fairly large root, so no matter how many dives you do, you will never get bored of it, depending on the course you take, the depth and the type of life you observe. Beginners and seasoned divers alike should enjoy it.
Just on the mouth of the bay, this newly sunk wreck is 44.9M long, 7M wide, is a high speed attack ship. Belonging to the Gulf Patrol Fleet, Royal Thai Navy and built by Singapore Ship Building and Engineering Co., Ltd.
This is the only historical shipwreck in Bali, ranked #3 in the world for Wreck diving! The wreck is 25 meters form shore at a depth of 4 to 29 meters below the surface with most of it occuring in a shallow area. This dive site does not have strong currents, has clear water, and warm temperatures. Difficult entry!
A steep slope on the north side of Gili Trawangan, from 5m down to 24m with a series of gullies at the bottom. A series of gradually deeper ridges running parallel to the beach is located between 25m and 40m.
Large rock formations and smaller pinnacles (shallowest point is about 7m). Lots of soft corals and whip corals. Gets to 22m+. Not a lot to see if limited to 12m. Next HTMS Sattakut wreck and can both be dived in the same dive.
Mawan is a small island with white sand beaches and turquoise waters in central Komodo National Park. It holds many surprises for divers, offering huge inhabitants as well as a great macro marine life. Mawan is also a cleaning station for mantas. Divers and snorkelers alike can enjoy seeing them.
Hin Ngam is located on the southeast coast of Koh Tao, on the way into Aow Leuk which is a snorkeling and diving hotspot. The Him Ngam is sheltered and has a fringing reef running right around the bay. The dive site has a max depth of 12 meters with a sandy bottom making it ideal for beginner and student divers.
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Beautifully situated base on the beach. Coastal reef to 12 m deep. The topography is fissured with many niches to dive through. The area is surrounded by sand and sea grass meadows.
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Take an Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty course if you want to shorten your surface intervals and extend your dive time. You'll spend more time exploring your favorite dive sites instead of waiting! With the course you will expand your diving knowledge to plan safe dives with enriched air mixtures up to 40% oxygen. After completing the course you will receive an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox certification for 32% or 40%. The theory lessons take place via individually held and limited video chat. A follow-up appointment is required for the Nitrox 40% variant. ATTENTION With us the Digital Learning Kits from SSI are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort of transferring them. Here it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
The SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty course is the best way to improve your buoyancy and experience perfect dives. Buoyancy control is one of the most important diving skills, but as any experienced diver will tell you, it takes time to perfect. In this course, you will learn advanced buoyancy skills and techniques to help you master your buoyancy faster. By improving your water position and optimizing your buoyancy control, you can reduce your air consumption and increase your bottom times. In this fascinating course you will also learn new skills to protect the underwater world, which can always be used. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. Well-balanced, you will soon be gliding calmly through the water, taking the underwater photos you have always dreamed of or simply enjoying the weightlessness. The theory lessons take place via individual and limited video chat. Date details under the "+" of the respective start date or by arrangement. The practice usually takes place on the following weekend. Further dates, from 3 participants possible by individual arrangement. ATTENTION With us the Digital Learning Kits from SSI are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort to transfer them. Here it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
Become an SSI Science of Diving Specialty Diver The SSI Science of Diving Specialty course provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the underwater world and its effects on the human body. The course is the foundation for most SSI Professional courses as well as some Extended Range courses and is an essential part of deepening your diving knowledge. You can complete your SSI Science of Diving Specialty certification online from the comfort of your own home. After completing the course, you will be halfway to the coveted SSI Divemaster and will receive your Science of Diving certification. The theory lessons take place via individual and limited video chat. Details, times and, for courses lasting several days, the other course dates, under "+" in the schedule ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort of transferring them. Here it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
Workshop Self-Help This workshop focuses on reviewing key exercises from scuba training. Topics include regulator malfunctions, breathing with a leaking regulator, responding to a blown-through regulator, inflator malfunctions, a regulator freezing up, relieving cramps, emergency ascents, and the bobbing method. The workshop will take place with a minimum of 2 participants; please register at tauchen@scubalu.de at least 48 hours before the scheduled date!
Choosing and buying your own diving equipment is probably the biggest and most important investment you'll make as a diver, but it's easy to get it wrong. We want you to put together the best diving equipment for you and also know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most out of your investment and enjoy safe and worry-free dives for many years to come. The SSI Equipment Techniques Specialty is the best course to learn all about the selection, maintenance and correct storage of your diving equipment. Working with an experienced and trained SSI Professional, you will learn detailed information about the components of your Total Diving System and develop a basic understanding of your diving equipment. Through preventive maintenance measures on your equipment, you will get the maximum performance and longevity out of your diving equipment. The theory lessons take place via individually held and limited video chat. As an extra, we will also go through the packing of a diving bag with you as a practical part by individual appointment. ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort to transfer them. In this case it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
Earn Your Dive Guide Certification with SSI The Dive Guide course is the first step on an exciting journey. You’ll learn to safely guide certified divers in various environments and under different conditions. Through dive briefings, assessing dive conditions, and leading dives, you’ll quickly develop into a confident Dive Guide. ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered online are usually too expensive, and on top of that, there’s a fee for the effort involved in processing them. In this case, it makes more sense to exercise your right of return under the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
Many of the best dive sites in the world are on wrecks. Over the course of time, countless sea creatures have conquered these imposing structures as habitats, so that you dive through living history on every dive. Wreck diving is unique and incomparable. The SSI Wreck Diving Specialty course teaches you everything you need to know and master in practice and theory to become a safe and confident wreck diver. First, you will learn how to safely plan and conduct dives on wrecks and artificial reefs to a depth of 30 meters without penetrating deeper. You can then try out your newly acquired skills on real wrecks in open water. Upon completion of the course, you will receive your SSI Wreck Diving Specialty certification. Continue your adventure and become a wreck diver. Start today. The theory lessons take place via individually held and limited video chat. The practice usually takes place on the following weekend at the Kreidesee Hemmoor or on one of our diving tours. Date details under the "+" of the respective start date or by arrangement Further dates, from 3 participants possible by individual arrangement. ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort to transfer them. In this case it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
Night dives require skills that are very different from those needed for daytime dives. The SSI Night Diving & Limited Visibility Specialty course is the best way to learn everything about night diving and practice the techniques needed to become a safe and confident night diver. In this course, you’ll gain all the knowledge and skills needed to dive safely and comfortably at night or in conditions of limited visibility. Through a balanced mix of online learning and open-water dives, you’ll learn how to use specialized equipment, master proper entry and exit techniques, and discover how to communicate with your dive buddy at night and in limited visibility. Upon completion of the course, you’ll receive the SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility Specialty certification and be ready to dive into the darkness with confidence. Theory sessions are conducted via one-on-one, limited-participation video chats. PLEASE NOTE With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered online are usually too expensive, and on top of that, there’s a fee for the effort involved in processing them. In this case, it makes more sense to exercise your right of return under the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
As a deep diver, you have the unique opportunity to explore some of the world's best dive sites and most popular marine life. There is so much waiting for you in the deep blue sea. In a balanced combination of theory sessions and open water dives, the SSI Deep Diving Specialty course will teach you everything you need for dives between 18 and 40 meters. You will learn how to plan and safely conduct your deep diving adventures and how to get the most out of your deep dives with the help of dive computers and gas consumption calculations. Upon completion of the course, you will receive your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore the most beautiful deep dive sites wherever you want. This SSI Specialty is also a prerequisite for other advanced training courses, making it the next logical step in your diving education. The theory lessons take place via individual and limited video chat. The practice usually takes place on the following weekend at the Kreidesee Hemmoor or on one of our diving tours. Date details under the "+" of the respective start date or by arrangement Further dates, from 3 participants possible by individual arrangement. ATTENTION With us the Digital Learning Kits from SSI are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort to transfer them. Here it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
Do you dream of working as an instructor and traveling the world? With this globally recognized certification, you can work in over 130 countries - wherever SSI Training Centers are located. This in-depth course provides you with everything you need to become an SSI Open Water Instructor. Once you are certified, you can train new SSI divers, teach Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress & Rescue courses and train dive guides. Your possibilities are almost limitless, so start your diving career now! We only offer the Ai + ITC as a combination course. Details on request
The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty course is the best course to learn how to protect yourself and other divers. You will learn how to recognize stress, avoid accidents and apply practical techniques for performing rescues and emergency care. With a combination of pool and open water training, you will be well and safely prepared to deal with emergency and rescue situations. After completing the course, you will receive the SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty certification. The theory lessons take place via individually held and limited video chat. Date details under the "+" of the respective start date or by arrangement Further dates, from 3 participants possible by individual arrangement. ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort to transfer them. In this case it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
This specialty course provides you with the knowledge and advanced skills you need to navigate safely and confidently underwater. You will learn the correct use of the compass, natural navigation techniques, estimating distances, leaving and returning to a given point and simple navigation patterns. You will also learn how to combine navigation techniques to optimize your diving experience. All of this will sharpen your underwater observation skills, increase your diving safety and help you get the most out of every dive. After completing the course you will receive the SSI Navigation Specialty certification. The theory lessons take place via individually held and limited video chat. Date details under the "+" of the respective start date or by arrangement The practice usually takes place on the following weekend. Further dates, from 3 participants possible by individual arrangement. ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, and there is a fee for the effort involved in transferring them. In this case, it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit.
The SSI Snorkel Diver course lets you discover the fish in you! It's the perfect way to learn to snorkel, gain courage and confidence in the water and explore the fascinating underwater world and its marine life. You don't need to be an experienced swimmer to take part in the Snorkel Diver course and there is no minimum age requirement. You just need to feel comfortable in the water, be able to maintain your buoyancy and be ready to start the adventure of a lifetime! In this course you will be familiarized with the equipment and skills for your snorkeling experience.
This certification is recognized worldwide and is the best way to become a qualified diver on an adventure that will last a lifetime. The combination of personalized instruction and practical training sessions ensures that you gain the skills and experience of a confident, safe diver. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Open Water Diver certification. The compact course takes place over 6 consecutive days (Tue. - Sun.) in 2 blocks, each starting at 10:30 a.m. If necessary for scheduling reasons, you can cancel the course commitment by booking the optional "PREMIUM course" service and switch to another course in block 2 by arrangement. The theory lessons take place via individually held and limited video chat. Date details under the "+" of the respective start date or by arrangement further dates, from 3 participants possible by individual arrangement. ATTENTION With us, the SSI Digital Learning Kits are already included in the price!!! The SSI Digital Learning Kits offered on the Internet are usually too expensive, plus there is a fee for the effort to transfer them. In this case, it makes more sense to use your right of return according to the Distance Selling Act and return the respective kit. The course takes place from a minimum number of 3 participants, these must please register at tauchen@scubalu.de 72 hours before the date!