Covered the classic dive sites and want to up the level of excitement on the next underwater adventure? Join one of Dive Worldwide’s new expert-led and small group holidays to gain a fascinating insight into little-known and far-flung destinations such as the islands of New Britain and New Ireland in Papua New Guinea or Japan’s seldom visited Okinawa islands. Travelling with like-minded individuals, these unique trips allow divers to pick up useful tips and enhance their knowledge through workshops and talks alongside incomparable guided dives with destination experts. Among the new collection is the opportunity to: travel with award-winning underwater photographer, Jane Morgan, to Bali; join marine biologist Dr. Richard Smith in the Philippines’ critter capital, Dumaguete; or explore the Galapagos Islands with resident naturalist and whale shark expert Jonathan Green.

TAKE THE PLUNGE: NEW EXPERT-LED ADVENTURES

Bali Underwater Photography Workshop: Led by expert underwater photographer and photo-journalist Jane Morgan, this 10-day trip combines underwater photography workshops with the marine life at Tulamben, Nusa Lembongan and Penida in Bali, famous for its macro life and mola mola encounters. Spend a week at Scuba Seraya Resort, one of Bali’s premier dive resorts, on the northeast coast to hone underwater photography skills under Jane’s expert guidance. The varied reefs host a huge variety of subjects, from incredible macro life on the famous house reef, Seraya Secrets, to the iconic wreck of the USS Liberty in Tulamben.

Price: from £1,975 including return flights from the UK, all transfers, 7 nights’ full board, 9 boat dives, unlimited shore diving over 4 days, tanks and weights. Group size 10. Departs 4 September 2015.

Dumaguete Dive Festival: Join photographer and marine biologist Dr Richard Smith on a 10-night adventure to the Philippines’ critter capital, Dumaguete. This expert-led group break includes boat and shore diving in the marine sanctuaries along the Dumaguete/Dauin coastline, where the varied marine life includes painted frogfish, ghost pipefish, pygmy and thorny seahorses and blue-ringed octopus to name but a few. Head out to nearby Apo Island to spot turtles, groupers, bumphead parrotfish, whitetip sharks and pristine hard coral gardens. Staying at the luxurious Atmosphere Resort & Spa, experience the Philippines’ finest macro diving and some truly exceptional photographic opportunities, while benefitting from Dr Smith’s expert knowledge.

Price: from £2,835 including flights, 10 nights’ half board accommodation, 8 days’ unlimited diving, tours and transfers. Departs 20 February 2016.

Okinawa Dive Adventure: Spend two weeks exploring Japan’s Okinawa archipelago with its tropical beaches, warm climate and unique way of life. Join fellow adventure-seekers and tour guide in Tokyo before embarking on this special break which includes myriad marine life, hammerhead shark encounters and the famous Iseki Stones dive site. Beginning on Aka Island, part of the Kerama chain, explore the tropical reefs and some of the 70 dive sites located here, before moving onto the beautiful Yaeyama Islands. The finale is Yonaguni, the most westerly and remote of the islands, home to Hammer Point, Clownfish Garden and the extraordinary underwater atlantis of the Iseki stones. Coupled with landside excursions, this is a fantastic opportunity to discover a remarkably diverse but little-visited corner of the world.

Price: from £4,095 including international flights, 14 nights’ accommodation, most meals, 21 dives, a day of trekking and kayaking, and transfers. Departs 25 February 2016.

Galapagos Whale Shark Expedition: Developed in partnership with the Galapagos Conservation Trust, this special trip explores the Galapagos Islands in prime whale shark season in the company of Jonathan Green, one of the pre-eminent experts on these ancient giants. Listen to talks about Green’s research into the ecology, physiology and behaviour of these enormous, yet gentle creatures, whilst spending a week exploring world-class dive sites, including the Wolf and Darwin Islands. Experienced divers may be rewarded with eagle and manta ray encounters, as well as witnessing playful dolphins and hundreds of sharks – the highlight however will be diving with whale sharks. On land, expect to spot the islands’ frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, sealions and giant tortoises. Stay aboard the impeccably-equipped Humboldt Explorer – one of the fastest, most stable and comfortable vessels sailing the area.

Price: from £3,245 including 7 nights’ liveaboard accommodation, all meals (exc. 1 dinner), up to 4 dives per day and San Cristobel airport transfers. Departs 29 August 2016.

PNG Discovered: Uncover the magic of Papua New Guinea on this exceptional exploration of two of the country’s finest diving regions, led by photographer, journalist, and Scubaverse.com’s Underwater Photography editor Stuart Philpott. Starting on the island of New Britain at Kimbe Bay, explore the uncrowded dive sites and coral reefs which are home to an extraordinarily rich marine life and over half the coral species in the world. The adventure continues from the private resort island of Lissenung for more unspoilt diving opportunities surrounding New Ireland, where a wealth of weird and wonderful marine species reside. Diving highlights include thrilling drift dives with sharks and huge schools of jacks, rays and barracuda, as well as some fascinating wreck dives. No visit to Papua New Guinea would be complete without sampling the local culture, so the trip includes a guided village tour, plus there is an optional extension to experience the country’s largest festival at Goroka.

Price: from £4,495 including international flights, 11 nights’ full board accommodation, 16 dives, tours and transfers. Departs 2 September 2016.

All prices are per person based on two sharing and include the services of the tour leader. Flights extra unless otherwise stated.

For further information visit diveworldwide.com or call +44 (0)1962 302 087.