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Dive holiday deals from Scuba Travel
Check out the latest dive holiday deals from our friends at UK-based Tour Operator Scuba Travel…
EGYPT
Explore the Red Sea wrecks onboard Whirlwind
Save £350 and Get Wrecked in the Red Sea. Sail away on the ever popular, award-winning Whirlwind. Departing from Hurghada, you will spend 7 nights on board on a full board basis (twin share cabin). This is a wreck-tastic itinerary diving the incredible Northern Red Sea wrecks all week with up to 21 dives over the week. All marine park fees, 12lt tank, air fills and weights are included in your package.
Flights are with EasyJet from Gatwick and transfers are also included. At the end of the week, you will have day use of a hotel and buffet lunch while you wait for your flight home.
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The Southern Red Sea offers some of the best diving in Egypt. From the steep walls of The Brothers Island and Daedalus Reefs to the magnificent coral reefs of St Johns and Fury Shoals, Each itinerary will offer an incredible experience and dives you won’t forget.Don’t miss the opportunity to dive some of the best reefs in Egypt.
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Maldives
Dive the Best of the Maldives from the luxurious Scuba SpaSave
£300 and dive the iconic Male and Ari atolls for big fish thrills on board the luxury liveaboard Scubaspa. Divers will love the 15-17 dives a week on offer, or relax with the 8 spa treatment package. The choice is yours! You have 7 nights in a Sea Star cabin on a full board basis (twin/double share) – ask us about the stunning cabin upgrades available. During your trip, you will enjoy a beach BBQ and on the last night, there is a sunset cocktail event. All trips are fully guided, diving is from the large dhoni tender and park fees, 12lt tank and weights are included as standard. 1GB of free wifi (per person) is offered and we have prepaid on your behalf the mandatory green tax $42 and 12% GST. To pay on board are additional fruit juice, fizzy drinks, alcohol, kit hire, dives or spa services outside of your package and any onboard souvenirs. Nitrox is $100 for a 7-night cruise, payable locally. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.
This holiday excludes international flights to Male. We are able to add flights with a wide range of airlines, including regional departures. Please ask your consultant for a competitive quote for any flight option. Airport transfers operate at fixed times. Do not book any flights until your boat space is confirmed by Scuba Travel.
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* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
Save £230 and dive The best of the Maldives. This offer includes flights
Dive with mantas, sharks, eagle rays and so much more on this classic Maldives itinerary on board the sublime and spacious Carpe Novo. Visiting North Male, Ari, Vaavu and South Male, Carpe Novo offers 3 dives daily (except for on the day of arrival and day before departure) including one or two night dives. All diving is from a dhoni tender, with 12lt tank and weights are included.
This holiday includes a standard cabin on a full board basis (twin/double share cabin) – cabin upgrades available. Tea, coffee and drinking water are included in your package. All trips are fully guided. Excluded are alcohol, fruit juice, soft drinks, additional kit hire and any onboard souvenirs. Please let us know if you would like to prebook any diving courses on board or have any dietary requirements.
This holiday includes international flights to Male from Heathrow and airport transfers. Transfers operate at fixed times. We offer flights from other regional airports in the UK. Ask your travel consultant for a competitive quote.
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* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
Indonesia
Save up to £500 on specific dates onboard Mermaid II
Komodo dragons, manta and sharks await beneath the seas of Komodo Island with the highly experienced team on Mermaid 2. There are usually a total of 20 dives over the course of your liveaboard. Your trip starts on arrival in Bali where you will be met and taken to your hotel for the night (B&B, twin share). Our trip package is based on a twin deluxe cabin (full board). All trips are fully guided by expert dive guides and include 12lt tank, weights, full board, and soft drinks. 15lt tanks are free but must be pre-booked. Excluded are the Komodo Park fees 175 euro, alcohol, additional kit hire, nitrox 96 euro and any souvenirs or private guiding services. Airport transfers are included. UK passport holders no longer need to pay for a visa on arrival in Bali.
This holiday excludes international flights to Bali DPS. Do ask for a competitive quote to add flights from a number of UK airports to your holiday. If you plan to book your own flights, please check with your travel before finalising any tickets to ensure that you have sufficient time to make your domestic flight connections.
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* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
Palau
This 7th of July save £1300 and dive the fantastic reefs and wrecks of Palau
Save £1300 and dive the famous Blue Corner, German Channel and Peleliu around the stunning islands of Palau, on board the Rock Islands Aggressor. Your trip starts on arrival in Koror (ROR). Your Aggressor liveaboard package is based on a twin double cabin (full board) – a deluxe cabin upgrade is available. Soft drinks, water, tea, coffee and a limited selection of local beer and wine are included. All trips are fully guided by 2 expert dive guides and include 12lt international valve tank and weights. There are usually 4 dives a day and 3 night dives during the trip. Dinner on the final evening is not included but the crew will be able to assist with reservations and recommendations. All transfers are prebooked but must be paid for on locally approx $15 each way. Excluded are park fees (total approx $240), departure tax ($50), green fee (approx $10), additional kit hire, nitrox and any souvenirs.
This is a BOAT ONLY holiday. The cost does not include any international flights. We are able to add flights with a wide range of airlines, including regional departures. Please ask your consultant for a competitive quote for any flight option. Do not book any flights until your boat space is confirmed by Scuba Travel. We strongly recommend you have at least 1 night in Palau before and after your liveaboard dates in case of any flight delays or baggage issues.
Only 3 spaces left. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity, click here to book your spot
* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
Belize
Belize Aggressor IV This 13th of July for £2475
Belize is famous amongst scuba divers as it is home to the second largest barrier reef in the world – so you are guaranteed mind-blowing diving on opulent walls. Famous father of scuba diving Jacques Cousteau declared Belize one of the top ten scuba diving destinations… what better recommendation could you need for your next scuba diving liveaboard holiday! But with such a huge expanse of possible sites, only a Belize liveaboard will ensure you dive all the hot spots in one voyage of perfection. And who better to sail away with than the undisputed experts in the region – the Belize Aggressor IV. This Belize liveaboard holiday has all of the luxury touches that you would expect from this world famous fleet.
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The Belize Aggressor IV has been completely refitted to meet the discerning standards of modern divers, the Belize Aggressor has a large sun deck with sunny and shady areas. If you like more action between dives, borrow a kayak or fishing gear. The jacuzzi is always popular after the day’s diving as is the boat bar and BBQ. Fancy watching a movie between dives or checking out your shots? Make a beeline for the saloon. The dive deck is large, spacious and well designed so everyone has room to kit up in comfort. The camera table stows all those bulky cases as well as being a safe area to set up in. No one is forgotten on this boat!This holiday excludes international flights. We are able to add flights with a wide range of airlines, including regional departures. Please ask your consultant for a competitive quote for any flight option. Do not book any flights until your boat space is confirmed by Scuba Travel.
Click here to book your next Caribbean adventure onboard the Belize Aggressor IV
* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
To find out more about Scuba Travel and the dive holidays they offer call 0800 0728221, email dive@scubatravel.com or visit www.scubatravel.com.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional diver – with the three new main regulators from DYNAMICNORD, everyone will find their favourite regulator. They all look super stylish.
Excellent performance with the TR-80
Quality and performance are the be-all and end-all for regulators. It is not for nothing that the TR stands for Tec Reg. The innovative design of the TR-80 guarantees absolute reliability – even in ice-cold waters.
Perfect breathing effort at 0.8 J/l / certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / structural design made of solid brass for best cold protection / membrane-compensated design with dry seal of the first stage / reduced exhalation effort thanks to optimized exhalation membrane and bubble deflector / adjustable Venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort / innovative design of the front cover prevents free-flow in strong currents or when diving with scooters / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 LP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Amazing underwater adventures with the IR-50
The IR-50 is the top regulator for advanced and experienced divers. Natural breathing is the essence of this regulator.
Ideal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /certified for diving in waters below 10 degrees / compensated membrane / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) and adjustment knob for individual inhalation comfort/ outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 2 HP and 4 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
The Workhorse – our CS-30
For diving centres and diving beginners – the workhorse stands for strong construction, reliability and robustness. Perfect for your training.
Optimal breathing effort at 0.8 J/l /recommended for diving in waters above 10 degrees / non-compensated piston / adjustable venturi (dive/predive) / outlet valve and deflector for minimum exhalation effort and reduction of bubbles on the face / design made of sandblasted brass, matt chrome finish / 1 HP and 3 NP outlets / mouthpiece made of high-quality, anti-allergic silicone for maximum comfort.
Octopus OP-30
The OP-30 is the ideal addition to all DYNAMICNORD regulators. It is identical in construction to the CS-30.
The TR-80, IR-50, CS-30 (DIN & INT) regulators and the Octopus OP-30 are available from DYNAMICNORD dealers and in the online store.
DYNAMICNORD – Your Outdoor Companion.
Renowned anti-whaling activist Paul Watson has been released from custody in Greenland after spending five months in detention. Denmark’s Justice Ministry rejected Japan’s request for his extradition, citing insufficient guarantees that his time already served in custody would be credited against any potential sentence.
The 74-year-old Canadian-American was arrested on July 21 in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, when his ship docked to refuel. His arrest was based on a 2012 Japanese warrant related to a 2010 encounter in Antarctic waters. Japan alleged Watson obstructed operations and caused damage to a whaling research ship during efforts to disrupt illegal whaling. Watson has consistently denied these claims, maintaining his commitment to marine conservation.
Denmark, which oversees extradition matters for Greenland, concluded that while the legal conditions for extradition were met, the lack of assurances from Japan regarding time-served credit made extradition untenable.
In a video shared by his foundation, Watson expressed gratitude and relief, saying, “After five months, it’s good to be out… and good to know they’re not sending me to Japan.” He added that the most difficult part of his time in custody was being separated from his two young sons.
Watson is a pioneering figure in marine conservation, known for founding the Captain Paul Watson Foundation in 2022 after decades of activism with the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. His bold efforts to defend marine life have earned him widespread support, including from celebrities and conservationists. His work has also been featured in the acclaimed reality TV series Whale Wars.
Watson’s lawyer, Jonas Christoffersen, praised the decision, stating, “We are happy and relieved that Paul Watson is now free.” He added that Watson is eager to reunite with his family and continue his vital work.
The arrest occurred while Watson’s vessel, the M/Y John Paul DeJoria, was en route to the North Pacific with a team of 26 volunteers to intercept a Japanese whaling ship. His foundation described the arrest as politically motivated and emphasized that Watson’s actions were focused on ending illegal whaling practices.
Japan resumed commercial whaling in 2019 after leaving the International Whaling Commission, asserting that whale meat is a cultural tradition. Conservationists, however, continue to challenge these practices, highlighting their impact on marine ecosystems.
Despite the challenges, Watson remains steadfast in his mission to protect marine life and bring attention to whaling practices. His dedication to ocean conservation has made him a globally respected advocate for the environment.
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