The Deep Love for Scuba Diving
October 10, 2023
Exploring our Mysteries lakes & ocean's
Scuba diving is a captivating and exhilarating activity that has captured the hearts of millions of people around the world. Whether you're an experienced diver or just getting started, there's something about descending into the underwater world that ignites a profound pass...
Protect your skin and the planet.
March 11, 2023
Seasick sunscreen - good for you and the environment
Although our summer has certainly not been the best this year, we still expose ourselves to harmful UV even on those cloudier days so sunscreen protection is essential, especially when you're a diver. For us as diving instructors our office is the outdoors and we do take our...
Learn to scuba dive in New Zealand
December 21, 2022
Why learn to dive?
Why learn to dive and why learn to dive in New Zealand? Good question!
There are lots of reasons to learn to scuba dive and specifically learn to dive in New Zealand. Maybe your seeking adventure, something to mark off in your life goals and bucket list, because you love to ...
The mysterious freshwater eels of Aotearoa
May 31, 2022
Kei Whea Te Tuna?
Do you remember the first time you saw a freshwater eel? Some shudder at the thought while others enthuse about their beauty and grace and it can certainly feel like a blessing to be lucky enough to be able to dive with one. In this blog we will talk a little more abou...
Blue Oceans - Protecting our moana
October 28, 2021
Together we can protect our oceans
“Water and air, the two essential fluids on which all life depends, have become global garbage cans" - JACQUES COUSTEAU.
In a world where plastic is king, vehicles pump out air pollutants daily, runoff from land carries pollution to every waterway, and an island of tr...
The kōura - Freshwater king (of crustaceans)
June 8, 2021
Paranephrops - kōura - Freshwater crayfish
If you have been fortunate enough to dive some of Aotearoa's stunning freshwater lakes you may have spotted something hiding in the shadows, perhaps a beady pair of dark eyes peering out of the gloom, antennas twitching in the weed or a pair of chelipeds raised and poised fo...