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Scubaverse Christmas Gift Guide
Struggling to find the perfect gift for that special scuba diver in your life? Look no further, Team Scubaverse have searched far and wide to bring you this season’s must have Christmas gifts!
Blue Orb Ammonite System Torches
£100 – £200
Ammonite System torches are revered the world over. Every part of their design is carefully thought through from the tactile feel of the body to the ’no-switch’ functionality of turning each torch on and off.
The heads are finely machined aluminium with a multiple o-ring sealing system and the machined delrin body fits with the smoothest of actions. A simple twist on/twist off action means that, regardless of depth, the action remains consistently smooth and easy to operate.
The Ammonite System handheld torches give outputs ranging from 260 lumens to 1000 lumens and and give the perfect burn time for the function they are designed for, either as a backup torch, primary torch or a handheld travel torch, operating for up to 7 hours without the need to charge or replace the batteries. With a 200m depth rating, the torches are designed to support the most experienced of divers or allow new divers the opportunity to purchase a piece of equipment that will remain in your dive bag for years to come, regardless of where you decide to take your diving.
The old adage of ‘buy right, buy once’ has never been more appropriate than it is in the case of these high quality torches. Spoil yourself, or someone you love this Christmas and give them something that will last forever.
Email: info@blue-orb.uk
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Blue O Two Gift Voucher
£20, £50, £100 and £250
This Christmas, why not treat a very lucky someone to a blue o two gift voucher?
Inspire a scuba diving enthusiast to explore beneath the crystal blue surface and dive amongst a variety of marine life worldwide with blue o two! Available to purchase in the following denominations: £20, £50, £100 and £250.
To avoid disappointment and to receive your voucher before Christmas, place your order by emailing divingholidays@blueotwo.com before Friday 16th December 2016.
Blue o two gift vouchers can be redeemed against any direct blue o two booking and on board any of our Egyptian Red Sea vessels. In the event of the value of the voucher exceeding the value of the purchase, you will be credited with the balance to the nearest £10. Any balance less than £10 will be forfeited.
Email: divingholidays@blueotwo.com
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Exposure Marine: Exposure Capture
£119.95
The Perfect Christmas if you film on the go on terra firma or underwater.
The Capture is the World’s first LED light to integrate the amazing properties of Graphene, an ultra-light, immensely strong material, which enables the traditional aluminium housing to be replaced with the lighter moulded compound. The Capture weighs just 69 grams including the battery whilst blasting a powerful 600 lumens for 35 minutes on max output.
Designed to mount perfectly beside a GoPro, with a light weight, high strength Aluminium bracket, you can continue to use your GoPro at night with barely any increase in size or weight. By utilising the Hero 4 batteries, the Capture can continue running indefinitely alongside your filming.
The Captures versatility is enhanced user adjustable wide and spot beams suitable for all filming and extreme sports. Simply clip on and click through the lighting modes.
Email: info@expmarine.co.uk
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Divesangha
Calypso Sun & Water Rash Guard, Men’s & Women’s
£48.00
Calypso Water Shorts, Men’s & Women’s
£40.00 (M) £27.00 (W)
Divesangha decided to re-invent the classic rash guard, now featuring the most eco-friendly swimwear material made out of ECONYL®, 100% regenerated nylon yarn.
It’s soft and stretchy, tested for sea and pool water, with 50+ UV protection, quick dry and equipped with the original HungDry hanging system.
The ECONYL® nylon yarn comes from recycled fishing nets and other waste products, making the perfect choice for ocean lovers. This rash guard is easy to get in and get out of thanks to a full length zip, it features thumb holes built into the cuffs to protect your hands and a hood to protect your neck and head/hair.
Wear it in and out of the water, on its own or under your wetsuit, whenever you need protection. Wear it with Divesangha’s Calypso Water shorts to create an ideal combination for all water sports.
https://divesangha.com/collections/men-divewear/products/calypso-rash-guard-m
https://divesangha.com/collections/women-divewear/products/calypso-rash-guard-w
Email: contact@divesangha.com
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Enjay Marine Logbook
£6.95 and £13.95
Enjay Marine Blue Logbooks are back again – and Better than Before…
Thanks to our thousands of diving supporters over the years – with an apology for recent shortages of our 200-page Logbooks.
We now have a new printing company, we’ve revised (slightly), your favourite logbook layout and – most importantly – we now sell direct to divers, online.
We were proud to receive an overwhelmingly positive response at our return to the NEC and look forward to seeing old and new customers at LIDS 2017.
For those of you who prefer the standard 3-ring Binder format, we still have our 100-page, 3-hole punched, A5 Page-Packs, at only £6.95 Inc. p&p.
Our popular 200-page Softback Diving Logbooks make Perfect Presents for the diver in Your life – at only £13.95 including p&p…
…And for divers hoping to see our Hardback Logbooks on sale again, we plan to print these in 2017 – if we can keep the price under £20…
For more news and Online Purchases, go to www.enjaymarine.com
Email: sales@enjaymarine.com
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O’Three Hoodie
£44.95
Great for keeping warm on the boat or down the pub our stylish heavyweight hoodie is the perfect addition to your kit. Would make a great present for that Diver in your life, even if that Diver is you.
Grey or Navy Blue.
Drysuit design rear screen print with quality embroidered O’Three logo on chest.
80% ringspun combed cotton/20% polyester.
– Drop shoulder style.
– Soft cotton faced fabric.
– Double fabric hood with heather grey waffle fabric inner.
– Chunky white flat lace drawcord.
– Side pocket with small hidden opening for ear phone cord feed.
– Hidden ear phone loops.
– Deep ribbed cuffs and hem.
– Overlock stitching detail.
Email: info@othree.co.uk
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O’Three Beanie
£12.95
Keep in the heat with style. Ideal to wear on the boat before and after your dive, stylish enough to keep your head warm anytime.
– Quality embroidered O’Three Logo in Orange and White
– Mottled Grey colour
– One size fits all
– 100% Acrylic
SPECIAL CHRISTMAS OFFER
Buy an O’Three Hoodie and get this this Beanie for FREE
Thinking about a fun Christmas present for that Diver in your life or just fancy some warm gear that tells everyone you’ve ‘Come in from the Cold’.
We have you covered with our great new O’Three Hoodies, and as a special Christmas treat we are giving you one of our cosy Beanies for FREE with every Hoodie order before the end of December this year.
Just add a Hoodie to your basket in our online shop and use the coupon code FREEHAT when you checkout – we will automatically add your FREE O’Three Beanie.
Email: info@othree.co.uk
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Truli Wetsuits
299 CAD (Approx £177.00)
Treat yourself or your favourite female dive buddy on Christmas to this Truli special 3.5mm sleeveless wetsuit shorty that is lined with fleece to keep your core warm.
The Truli-Mi wetsuit, designed for scuba diving, is built to endure salt water, wind, and even chlorine with high quality craftmanship featuring blindstitched waterproof seams, slight v-neck and front zipper. The super stretchy Ultraspan neoprene forms to your figure the more you wear it and the Glideskin over the chest and back protect you from the elements on your surface interval. At about a kilogram this is an easy addition to your dive kit.
Never before has a wetsuit been more true to the divers who wear them. Truli. Sexy. You. Truli Wetsuits for women.
Available in Pot of Gold Yellow, Fireball Orange, and Into the Blue Blue XS, S, M, L, XL
Keep your eyes out for the Truli-Mi in Pashy Passion Pink and the Truli-Capri in Harmony as well as size XXL in Spring 2017.
299 CAD (currency converter available at www.TruliWetsuits.com)
Email: info@truliwetsuits.com
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Exposure Marine: Exposure XS100
£64.95
The XS100 is a great little stocking filler, blasting out 150 lumens from a compact aluminium body.
Designed with tough features for easy grip when wet and engineered to survive in the toughest environments on land, water or below the water.
The XS100 is easy to transport so you can ensure it goes with you everywhere from your key ring to your next cave dive. Compatible with mounts for easy attachment onto wrist, existing lights, BCD or mask. You can also add it to head band to make a powerful light weight head torch, suitable for off road running.
Supplied with a USB charger and 2 x rechargeable batteries means no more running costs or being left with no battery after 1 dive.
Email: info@expmarine.co.uk
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Have a very Merry Christmas everybody!
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Discover the diving Papua New Guinea has to offer in 2025 with Indigo Safaris
MV FeBrina Escorted Photography Trip
Dates: 5-15 September 2025
Itinerary: 10-night trip to Kimbe Bay, the Witu Islands, and Fathers Reefs. This is widely considered the best diving itinerary in Papua New Guinea.
Capacity: Only 10 spots available.
Cost: $4990 USD per person sharing.
- Two small single occupancy cabins available for $4990.
- Two large single occupancy cabins available for $5990.
Why Choose This Trip?
This trip offers what is likely to be some of the best reef diving you’ll ever experience. The itinerary has been chosen for its extraordinary variety, abundance of marine life, and the fact that you’ll encounter very few (if any) other divers. With 75% of the world’s hard coral species and thousands of documented fish and invertebrate species, including some yet to be described, this area is truly special. Pelagic fish are abundant, and highlights include species like horse-eye jacks, pickhandle barracuda, and mega-rarities like Coleman’s pygmy seahorse. The corals remain in pristine condition, and the diversity of marine life is unparalleled.
Photography Coaching
This trip includes photography coaching by Christopher Bartlett, founder of Best of PNG and a renowned underwater photographer. Christopher has had over 100 articles published and a dozen dive magazine cover shots to his name. He will cover everything from basic to advanced lighting techniques for macro and wide-angle photography, using clear examples to help you enhance your skills. From setting up gear to processing images in Lightroom, Christopher’s coaching will cater to all skill levels.
The Diving Itinerary
This signature itinerary will take you to the spectacular reefs of Kimbe Bay, the volcanic Witu Islands, and the offshore Fathers Reefs.
- Kimbe Bay: Known for its stunning coral formations, vibrant sea mounts, coral walls, and lush coral gardens. The area boasts more than 40 reef dive sites, including a beautifully preserved WWII Mitsubishi Zero fighter plane.
- Witu Islands: This volcanic island group offers diverse diving experiences, from sea mounts like Lama Shoals to coral arches and exciting night dives in black sand bays. You’ll also interact with local villagers trading fresh fruit from canoes, with a planned village visit during the trip.
- Fathers Reefs: These offshore, volcanic reefs feature dramatic underwater topography, including arches and swim-throughs. The pelagic activity here is remarkable, with sightings of sharks, rays, barracudas, jacks, and turtles. A baited dive for Silvertip sharks is included.
The experienced dive guides of MV FeBrina know the sites extremely well and are skilled at spotting marine life. You can provide a wishlist of critters, and they will work hard to find them.
Getting There
The trip starts with a one-hour domestic flight from Port Moresby to Hoskins Airport in West New Britain. The flight over mountain ranges and diverse landscapes offers a stunning preview of the adventure ahead. Regaldive will book the domestic flights for you, with an estimated cost of $360 USD for a return ticket.
As described by Professor J.E.N. Veron, former Chief Scientist of the Australian Institute of Marine Science:
“The coral reefs of Kimbe Bay take me back forty years, to a time when corals grew in lush profusion, untroubled by the problems that beset them today… I am hard pressed to think of anywhere on earth that has this combination of vibrant health, diversity, and beauty.”
Inclusions
- 10 nights of ensuite accommodation on MV FeBrina
- All meals, snacks, unlimited tea and coffee
- Final night dinner at Walindi Plantation Resort
- 8.5 days of diving (4-5 dives per day)
- Filled tanks, weight belt, and weights
- Return transfers to and from Hoskins Airport/Walindi
- Light daily laundry service
Exclusions
- Flights
- Bar expenses and soft drinks
- Nitrox
- Dive equipment rental
- Meals at Walindi prior to or after the liveaboard
- Souvenirs, personal items, and gratuities
- 10% GST on purchases in Papua New Guinea
Additional Costs
- Environmental and Safety Fees: $90 per person, payable in advance.
- Nitrox: $270 for all dives or $10 per fill.
- Equipment Hire: Available with prior arrangement.
- Alcohol/Bar: Local beers, soft drinks, and wine available at varying costs. It is recommended to bring your preferred spirits duty-free.
Payment
Payments can be made via credit card (MasterCard/Visa/Amex) or cash in AUD, USD, PGK, or Euros. Prices for bar items and additional purchases are subject to change.
Extensions
Regaldive offers pre- or post-liveaboard extensions, including trips around PNG. From 15 to 22 September 2025, Christopher Bartlett will lead a Highlands Tribes Tour, featuring bird-watching, village visits, private Sing-Sings, and the Goroka Highlands Cultural Festival. The full tour costs $3240 USD. Alternatively, a four-night option for the Goroka festival from 17-21 September starts at $1260 USD. Additional extension options include extra diving at Walindi Resort, volcano treks, WWII plane wreck tours, or diving near Port Moresby. Post-festival, Christopher will also lead a five-night Sepik River tour, exploring ancient customs and Spirit Houses deep in the jungle.
For more information or to book, contact Indigo Safaris:
Email: safariexperts@indigosafaris.com
UK: +44 771 334 27 29
USA: +1 718 312 8777
France: +33 668 74 97 05
Skype: christopherbartlett
Gear News
OrcaTorch D710 Dive Light now available in pink
Already available in Black, Green, Red and Blue, the D710 Dive Light from Orcatorch is now available in Pink too.
Whether you’re a recreational or a professional diver, you’ll find the OrcaTorch D710 dive light useful in your underwater activities.
With max 3,000 lumens, the D710 is one of the strongest torches in its class. You also have plenty of brightness settings to choose from if you prefer less power.
It runs on one OrcaTorch 21700 5000mAh rechargeable battery with a Type-C charging port, easier for you to charge it anywhere. Now it offers five exterior colour options: Black, Green, Red, Blue, and Pink, to satisfy your diverse needs.
Featuring:
* Uses Luminous LED, max 3000 lumens
* Uses 1 * 21700 Li-ion battery
* 6° beam angle
* Offers four exterior colour options: Black, Red, Green and Blue
* Easy operation with side titanium alloy push-button switch
* Safe lock function, prevents mis-operation
* Intelligent Over-Heat protection
* Battery indicator
* Water pressure resistant construction, depth rated to 150 meters
* Reverse polarity protection, to protect from improper battery installation
* Over-discharge protection function
* Constructed from high-strength A6061-T6 aluminum
* Mil-Spec Type III hard anodized finish for durability and corrosion resistance
* Two sides coated toughened glass with high water pressure resistance under deep water
Sea & Sea is the home of OrcaTorch and other leading diving brands in the UK.
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