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Get FREE underwater photography coaching and great travel deals for Mexico, PNG and Truk with Indigo Safaris
Dive travel specialist Indigo Safaris are currently offering some unmissable deals on trips to Mexico and Papua New Guinea, where you can hone your underwater photography skills with trip leader and UWP pro Christopher Bartlett at no extra cost.
MEXICO – SEA OF CORTEZ – JUNE 2023 & JUNE 2024
The Sea of Cortez is home to many different and exciting migrations of megafauna, including one of Indigo Safari’s favourites, the Munk’s Pygmy Devil Ray (Mobula munkiana). More commonly known as mobula rays, this iconic species gathers in the tens of thousands (not a misprint!) twice a year, with peak season from May to July, in the waters from Cabo San Lucas around to La Paz. Join Indigo Safaris’ mobula and Orca tour to witness this extraordinary mobula ray migration, along with some rarely encountered guests… and to ensure you don’t miss a thing, there is a dedicated spotter aircraft on hand.
5 Superior Suites at $4200 USD per person including tax
1 Premium Suite at $4830 USD per person including tax
$65 USD port fee paid on board
Inclusions: Accommodation, all meals (continental breakfast, breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert), non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, daily room service, towels and onboard facilities such as the hot tub and lounge… and lots of fun!
Exclusions: Airport transfer, bar, gift shop, crew gratuities, internet access, $65 port fee.
Please note that this is predominantly a snorkeling trip, with an optional day of diving on the last day.
There are only 2 spots left for June 10th-17th 2023, and limited availability in 2024 on this highly sought after bucket-list experience.
3rd – 10th June 2023: FULL
10th – 17th June 2023: 2 berths superior cabin
15th-22nd June 2024: 4 superior berths available
22nd – 29th June 2024: 2 premium berths and 4 superior berths available
For more information on this trip, visit https://www.indigosafaris.com/orcas-and-mobulas-sea-of-cortez.html
PAPUA NEW GUINEA – MV FEBRINA ESCORTED PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP
Simply the best reef diving you will probably ever do. Christopher from Indigo Safaris dives around the world every year running escorted dive trips and checking out suppliers and writing and shooting for dive mags. He’s been visiting here since 2011, and can safely say you will not find more variety, more abundance, and so few divers (none) anywhere on this planet. 75% of the world’s hard coral species are found here, thousands of described fish and invertebrate species call this part of the world home, as do more that are yet to be described, as well as a few mega-rarities like Coleman’s pygmy seahorse. The corals are in amazing condition, and the abundance of pelagic fish like horse-eye jacks and pickhandle barracuda is phenomenal.
Papua New Guinea 10-night Liveaboard trip from 3rd–13th September for the best reef diving in the world: $4490 USD per person sharing (includes 1 night free and 10% off)
For more information on this trip, visit https://www.bestofpng.com/mv_febrina_escorted_photography_trip_2023.html
Combine with the amazing Goroka Festival with Indigo Safaris, THE Goroka Festival specialists: https://www.bestofpng.com/goroka-festival-and-sing-sing-tours.html
TRUK LAGOON – PACIFIC MASTER LIVEABOARD
Built of steel, the Pacific Master is the newest liveaboard yacht to ply the waters of this lagoon, welcoming aboard 20 guests. Four decks provide ample space for relaxation, dive equipment and camera preparation, whilst the experienced crew ensures you receive only the highest quality service on your diving holiday.
29th October to 7th November 2023
Pacific Master: 10% off, from $2835
9 nights, only 20 clients on board! Dive the sunken Japanese WW2 fleet, now covered in beautiful corals and surrounded by prolific fish life. Tech divers also catered for.
For more information on this trip, visit https://www.indigosafaris.com/truk_liveaboard_2023.html
For more information about these trips or to book, contact Indigo Safaris now:
UK +44 7713342729
USA +1 718 312 8777
France +33 668 74 97 05
WhatsApp: +33668749705 or +44 7713342729
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Stay Longer for Less at Temple Point, Kenya with Dive Worldwide
Dive Worldwide has recently introduced Kenya to its portfolio of dive destinations, making it a new must-visit for divers. The company has chosen Temple Point Resort, located in Watamu, a small town on Kenya’s Indian Ocean Coast. The resort embodies the spirit of Kenya, with thatched roof buildings and bright white interiors, complemented with local art. The Creek Deluxe rooms enjoy a creek view and sunset vistas, whilst Boutique Garden rooms offer peace nestled in lush greenery.
An abundance of activities such as golf, stand up paddleboarding and kite surfing await those looking for action; while those in search of rejuvenation may partake in a range of yoga classes, or indulge in the spa. Spend evenings dining poolside dining or lazing in hammocks suspended over the creek; there is no detail missed at Temple Point.
The waters surrounding Temple Point Resort are bustling with life, however, there is also an opportunity to explore on dry land. Tsavo National Park is close enough for a day safari, allowing guests to double up on the wildlife experiences Kenya has to offer, from elephants to whale sharks.
Suggested Dive Itinerary: Dive and Discover Kenya
Embark on an adventure to one of Africa’s finest marine parks, Watamu, the first of its kind in the continent. Created in 1968, Watamu offers excellent diving and snorkelling for those of all experience levels. Lively coral reefs and the surrounding waters are home to over 1,000 species of fish, devil rays, mantas, whale sharks, dolphins and turtles.
DEAL: Stay 12 nights for the price of 10 at Temple Point Resort
Price: Dive and Discover Kenya now costs £2295pp, saving £150 per person. Including international flights from the UK, 12 nights’ B&B (for the price of 10), transfers, 5 days, 10 dive pack, tanks and weights. Based on travel in September ONLY. https://www.diveworldwide.com/trip-ideas/dive-discover-kenya#details
For more information visit: diveworldwide.com or call 01962 302 087
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Dive Worldwide Announces Bite-Back as its Charity of the Year
Over the next 12 months, specialist scuba holiday company Dive Worldwide will be supporting Bite-Back Shark & Marine Conservation with donations collected from client bookings to any one of its stunning dive destinations around the world. The independently-owned operator expects to raise £3000 for the UK charity.
Manager at Dive Worldwide, Phil North, said: “We’re especially excited to work with Bite-Back and support its intelligent, creative and results-driven campaigns to end the UK trade in shark products and prompt a change in attitudes to the ocean’s most maligned inhabitant.”
Bite-Back is running campaigns to hold the media to account on the way it reports shark news along with a brand new nationwide education programme. Last year the charity was credited for spearheading a UK ban on the import and export of shark fins.
Campaign director at Bite-Back, Graham Buckingham, said: “We’re enormously grateful to Dive Worldwide for choosing to support Bite-Back. The company’s commitment to conservation helps set it apart from other tour operators and we’re certain its clients admire and respect that policy. For us, the affiliation is huge and helps us look to the future with confidence we can deliver against key conservation programmes.”
To launch the fundraising initiative, Phil North presented Graham Buckingham with a cheque for £1,000.
Visit Dive Worldwide to discover its diverse range of international scuba adventures and visit Bite-Back to learn more about the charity’s campaigns.
MORE INFORMATION
Call Graham Buckingham on 07810 454 266 or email graham@bite-back.com
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