The 26th San Diego Undersea Film Festival will happen in October 2025. It features short films showcasing underwater ecosystems, sharks, and whales. Over 70 films from 20 countries will be shown. Attendees can meet filmmakers during intermissions. A virtual festival is available from October 15 to November 30.
Tahiti has exciting diving experiences for everyone. You can explore unique underwater escape games and hunt for treasure. Tetamanu Pass is famous for its many sharks and stunning underwater photographs. Tiputa Pass offers thrilling currents and sightings of dolphins and manta rays. For beginners, The Aquarium in Bora Bora is shallow and full of colorful…
Archaeologists found the wreck of the Nossa Senhora do Cabo. This ship was taken by pirates during its journey home. It carried treasures worth over $130 million, including gold and silver. The wreck provides information about piracy during the Golden Age. Diving in the area can be tough due to weather and heavy ship traffic.
Always be careful when dealing with an out-of-air situation. The speed of ascent is crucial. It’s safe to surface from 35 meters in about seven minutes. Use contingency gas to control your ascent. A slow and steady approach is the best way to stay safe.
Costa Rica is known for its beautiful dive sites like Cocos Island. You can see schools of fish and various sharks while diving. Caño Island is another popular spot for coral reef diving. It offers great visibility and a chance to see rays, marlin, and even whales. The country has a rich ecosystem with many…
Gorontalo, in northern Sulawesi, offers great diving opportunities. It’s the gateway to the beautiful Togian Islands. The waters are calm, ideal for all levels of divers. The area has unique marine life, including many colorful fish and coral reefs. Visitors can explore local culture and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.
Pulau Mataking is a peaceful dive destination near Sipadan. It features two islands connected by a sandbar. The Reef Dive Resort is the only accommodation on Mataking Besar. Divers can enjoy macro-diving and trips to Sipadan. The islands have beautiful landscapes and a rich marine life to explore.
Scientists at AIMS study coral reef sounds to monitor reef health. Healthy reefs produce vibrant sounds from marine life. They use underwater microphones, called hydrophones, to collect these sounds. By analyzing the noise, they can learn about species diversity and habitat differences. This method helps us monitor reefs in ways that visual inspections can’t.
Ikelite has released new underwater kits for the Canon EOS R10 camera. The kits include a durable housing and accessories to protect the camera underwater. You can now take stunning photos while diving with this affordable camera setup. The complete kit without the camera costs $1,795, and with the camera and lens, it costs $2,895….
The HMS Nottingham wreck has been found over 62 miles off England. Divers from ProjectXplore discovered it at a depth of 269 feet. This Royal Navy cruiser was lost in World War I after being hit by a German submarine. Most of the wreck is well-preserved, including its guns and structure. The team used sonar…