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Great holiday deals recommended by the Scuba Travel team
The Scuba Travel team has been out diving, now it’s your turn!
May and June have been really busy months in the Scuba Travel office: Martin went to the Red Sea, Caroline to Malapascua, Sue to the Galapagos, Angela just landed back from Papua New Guinea, Mario flew to Lembeh on Wednesday and Melissa is home from Coron. The Scuba Travel Team don’t just talk the talk, they walk the walk and dive the dives!
And don’t forget to keep an eye out on social media for the “Lembeh Gulen Shoot Out” photo competition, where Mario is part of the Lembeh team. Go Lembeh!
Siladen Resort and Spa, Indonesia – Save £300, from £2195 inc flights from Heathrow
Luxury dive resorts don’t need to cost the earth. The boutique Siladen Dive Resort & Spa in Manado sits on 300m of white sandy beach in the heart of Bunaken national park and prides itself on the 5 star experience at a price that you can afford.
This is a hidden oasis of perfection that effortlessly combines dive escapism with serious eco-friendly credentials. While away the hours underwater with over 50 dives sites in world famous Bunaken only a short boat ride away. And when the diving is done, soak up the breathtaking sunsets from your beach lounger facing the Manado Tua volcano.
Your holiday to Siladen includes flights from Heathrow to Manado with Singapore Airlines, airport transfers, 7 nights in a garden view villa (full board, two people sharing) and 17 air boat dives. Local taxes are prepaid.
Check out the latest availability here…
Oman Aggressor – 21st July, only £1550
A fantastic introductory offer to dive the hot new region in Oman. Diving highlights are undoubtedly the opportunity to see the resident population of humpback whales but the islands are a paradise of untouched dive sites where whale sharks, dolphins, turtles, reef sharks and big balls of reef fish wait on pristine, unspoilt reefs.
Guest feedback so far has been fantastic. The guests love the boat, crew and food! Plus, abundant marine life. Reports of snorkelling with baby whale sharks, spotting humpbacks, swimming with dolphins and diving with huge shoals of fish!
Leo, Best of the Maldives – 21st July, £1050
Leo is a stylish boat with contrasting wooden decor throughout the entire vessel (including the cabins) and bright, generous communal areas. The main deck is great for socialising with a large lounge with sofas, licensed bar and jacuzzi. The sun deck is perfect for relaxing and watching the sunset after a day in the water.
The Best of the Maldives does just what it says on the tin – you dive the best and most famous dive sites of the Maldives in a single week of sublime liveaboard diving across Male and Ari atolls. Dive the many channels, drifts and pinnacles, encountering the manta, whalesharks and reef residents as you go.
This package includes 7 nights full board, approximately 17 fully guided dhoni dives, 12 tlr tanks and free Nitrox, transfers from Male airport, 7 nights on board on a full board basis, tanks & weights. Flights are not included in the price.
Scuba Travel Staff Favourite – The Philippines
Jim used to live there, Melissa was there last week, Caroline and Mario recently came home from there and Martin was there last year. The Philippines continues to excite the Scuba Travel Team and it just keeps on getting better and better, with some amazing offers this summer.
- Puerto Galera – 14th July – £2145 – Save £450
- Aiyanar – 14th July – £2395 – Save £300
- Malapascua – 6th July – £1795 – Save £200
The Philippines are sure to please any diver into macro life. This, coupled with pristine reefs filled with nudibranch, mandarin fish and pygmy sea horses, makes for a destination on every diver’s list. And for the days in between dives, there are a host of eco-tours and excursions that will keep even the most demanding traveller satisfied.
Click here to discover the Philippines…
Hurricane, Simply the Best – This summer from £1250
Hurricane stands out in the Egyptian Red Sea – and not just because she is one of the few steel hulled vessels. Many Red Sea liveaboards are compared to Hurricane, but few are as enduringly popular. She has won the prestigious “Liveaboard of the Year” award no less than 5 times (including 2017 & 2016).
- 4th July – Daedalus Rocky St Johns – £1350
- 11th July – Simply the best – £1350!
- 1st August – St Johns – £1250
- 8th August – Simply the best – £1350!
- 22nd August – Simply the best – £1295!
- 29th August – Simply the best – £1350!
Your holiday includes flights from Gatwick to Marsa Alam, all fees, 12L tank & weights and FREE NITROX.
Read more about Hurricane here…
To find out more about Scuba Travel and the dive holidays they offer call 0800 0728221, email dive@scubatravel.com or visit www.scubatravel.com.
Blogs
Four opportunities to go pro in 2024 with Dive Friends Bonaire
Dive Friends teaches the Instructor Development Course (IDC) several times a year to students who are eager to share their passion for diving with the world.
Dive Friends is known for the personal approach throughout the course. Their in-house course director will lead the students through every essential step, mentoring them to achieve their fullest potential as a dive instructor.
Applications for the following IDC start dates are now open:
- 12 April
- 5 July,
- 20 September
- 29 November
Partnership with Casita Palma
If the student opts for the IDC-Deluxe or IDC-Supreme package, their accommodation will be arranged for them at Casita Palma. This small and quiet resort is within walking distance from Dive Friends Bonaire’s main dive shop location and has everything you need to relax after an intense day of IDC training. Breakfast is included, so the student will always be fuelled and ready for their day.
Contact Dive Friends Bonaire’s Course Director Eddy for more information: coursedirector@divefriendsbonaire.com.
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SOMABAY: Scubaverse Trip Review (Watch Video)
In a video created exclusively for Scubaverse.com, Jeff Goodman visits SOMABAY in the Egyptian Red Sea to experience the diving on offer there.
Book your next Red Sea dive adventure with SOMABAY! For more information, visit www.somabay.com.
Stay at the Breakers Diving & Surfing Lodge when you visit! For more information, visit www.thebreakers-somabay.com.
Find out more about ORCA Dive Clubs at SOMABAY at www.orca-diveclubs.com/en/soma-bay-en.
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