Trip Reports

Once again, our e-orts in Saleh Bay were rewarded, the waters were alive, bustling with Whale Sharks. Though magnificent, the enormous Whale Sharks were not the star of the show. Returning to Mermaid II after our dive with some very large individuals, we encountered a much smaller visitor. Investigating our boat was a juvenile Whale […]

Diving in Saleh Bay, Indonesia, was nothing short of spectacular. The anticipation built as we geared up for our first dive, eager to encounter a very special ocean giant. Dropping into the water, a fine mist of plankton occupied our view, glowing gold and green in the early morning light the mysterious ambiance added an […]

Diving in Komodo is a surreal experience, where the underwater world brims with vibrant life. Recently, I had the privilege of exploring this Indonesian gem, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we descended, we were surrounded by a kaleidoscope of marine life. Bigfin Reef Squid, with their shimmering, iridescent bodies, were […]

Our latest diving expedition in Komodo had it all: diverse dive sites with unique topographies and a rich abundance of marine life. Healthy reefs set the stage as fish of all sizes danced atop the corals. Muck dives at night revealed mesmerizing creatures like Bigfin Reef Squid and Ghost Pipefish. The vibrant reefs of Komodo […]

Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a diver’s paradise. While many come for the manta rays and Komodo dragons, I found a special charm in its macro and night diving scenes. Macro Diving Delights As a macro diving enthusiast, Komodo’s vibrant reefs and nutrient-rich waters captivated me. The small, fascinating creatures here […]

This trip had it all—an array of dive sites each offering unique topographies suitable for all types of diving. The combination of diverse and rich marine life made for an unforgettable voyage. Healthy reefs set the stage as fish of all sizes danced atop the corals in an explosion of color. We even tested our […]

Our recent diving expedition had it all: an array of dive sites each offering unique topographies suited to every kind of diver. The vastly diverse and rich abundance of marine life made for an incredible voyage. Healthy reefs set the stage as fish of all sizes danced atop the corals in an explosion of color. […]

Our recent diving expedition had it all: an array of dive sites each offering unique topographies suited to every kind of diver. The vastly diverse and rich abundance of marine life made for an incredible voyage. Healthy reefs set the stage as fish of all sizes danced atop the corals in an explosion of color. […]