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Scuba Travel’s latest dive holiday deals
Check out the latest dive holiday deals from UK-based Tour Operator Scuba Travel:
Egypt
- Boat: Whirlwind
- Date: February 2nd 2020
- Price: £1245
Departing from Sharm El Sheikh allows you to dive some of the most beautiful areas in the northern Red Sea regardless of the weather. Enjoy the colourful reefs of Tiran, always buzzing with life, the incredible walls of Ras Muhamed and the majestic Thistlegorm. You will spend 7 nights on board on a full board basis (twin-share cabin). Included in your package are up to 22 dives over the week, 12lt tank, air fills and weights. Please prebook nitrox and 15lt tanks before travel. Flights are direct with EnterAir from Gatwick (Indirect Manchester are available at a supplement) 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.
Click here to email Scuba Travel and receive more information about this amazing liveaboard. Dive the reefs of Tiran, Ras Mohammed, and the incredible Thistlegorm.
Click here to book this great trip!
* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
Egypt
- Resort: Camel
- Date: Winter Specials
- Price: from £745
Camel Dive Club – Sharm el-Sheikh – from £745. Including flights!
Camel Dive Club and hotel have been at the very heart of Naama Bay in Sharm el-Sheikh for over 30 years and their hard work has been recognised repeatedly by winning a host of Trip Advisor and Divers awards over the years. The facilities for divers and non-divers have evolved greatly, but Camel remains one of the friendliest hotels with a reputation for the quality of recreational and technical training.
Ever popular with families and solo divers alike, experience the superior service for your next diving holiday in Egypt.
Direct flight options are available with Easyjet and Thomson via a number of regional airports. Ask your travel consultant for a quote
Click here to email Scuba Travel and receive more information about this great resort.
Click here for more information about Camel Dive Club Winter Specials!
Maldives
- Destination: Maldives
- Date: Winter Specials
- Price: from £995
Maldives liveaboard holidays have never been more affordable than with Scuba Travel’s handpicked selection of boats for all budgets, with year-round departures. From open plan traditional style boats to modern, luxurious liveaboards, there’s a trip for you. We’ve got great options for individuals or groups looking for their next adventure. Or if you prefer elegant living with world-class diving, then step on board our high-end liveaboard holidays. Non divers and snorkellers are always welcome too!
Ask an Expert: Whilst we all love the Maldives no one does it more than Scuba Travel’s Melissa. She has also been on or visited all the liveaboards we offer and so many resorts that we lost count. If you are planning a liveaboard, resort or a combination of the two, she is the expert to speak to. Just call 01483 411590, or email dive@scubatravel.com and ask for Melissa and she will help you organise your perfect Maldivian getaway.
Her favourite offers at the moment:
- 10th May – Serenity – Best of the Maldives – £1225
- 6th Sep – Carpe Vita – Best of the Maldives – £1175
- 11th Oct – Virgo – Best of the Maldives – £1045
Click here to see all our Maldivian offers!
Indonesia
- Destination: Bali
- Resort: Scuba Seraya
- Date: Winter Specials
- Price: from £795
Scuba Seraya Winter Specials – From £795 plus flights!
Scuba diving in Bali is an experience you will never forget! Bali is sometimes overlooked in Indonesia, but diving here is a must for anyone that loves opulent reef diving. And Scuba Seraya has built a reputation as the area’s premier dive centre. Stay here and you dive world-class sites such as the Liberty Wreck (regularly in the top 10 wreck dives of the world!) as well as critters galore.
Scuba Seraya sits next to world-class dive sites, and as such, this really is a diver’s resort. But you do not have to forgo your creature comforts! There are a freshwater pool and beachside massage service for those chill out days. The beach is for the exclusive use of guests. The restaurant is right by the sea and serves freshly prepared Indonesian and Western meals. The whole atmosphere at Scuba Seraya is understated elegance. Relax and forget about the world as you dive from your very own corner in paradise.
Click here to email Scuba Travel and receive more information about Scuba Seraya in Bali. Otherwise, call 01483 411590 and ask for Mario, Scuba Travel’s Indonesia specialist.
Click here to see all our Scuba Seraya offers!
* prices are subject to change according to availability at the time of booking
Philippines
- Destination: Malapascua
- Resort: Exotic Island Dive Resort
- Date: Winter Specials
- Price: from £695
Malapascua Island has an impressive reputation for such a small location. The diving in Malapascua is most famous for its thresher sharks, but it is also one of Scuba Travel’s staff favourites. Looking for laid back long haul diving at affordable prices? Then look no further! The experienced dive team have an impressive reputation for finding the sharks. Discover beautiful reef diving on the local sites or take a day trip to one of the picture-perfect islands of Gato or Calanggaman. Step ashore and forget your everyday stresses and strains as the friendly staff welcome you to their slice of paradise!
Ask an Expert: Many of us love Malapascua, but Mario has already been there twice and is planning to go back again for a third time later in 2020. If you’re looking at going to Malapascua and have questions or want help with organizing transfers, flights, hotels or extensions. Mario is the guy to talk to.
Just call 01483 411590 or email dive@scubatravel.com and ask for Mario.
Click here to find out more about Malapascua Winter Specials!
Oman
- Liveaboard: Oman Aggressor
- Date: Winter Specials
- Price: from £1395
Oman Aggressor Winter Specials
Oman has featured in the press a lot the last days and a lot of that has focused on the positive developments in the country during the last 40 years. and there’s no denying it, Oman is a hot, upcoming destination!
For divers, there are two thrilling island chains to discover. The Daymaniyat Islands are the jewels of diving in the Gulf of Oman. This string of small, rocky islands north of Muscat is encircled with awesome coral reefs down to 30m and an abundance of pelagics, rays and schooling fish. Want humpbacks? Then head to the Hallaniyat Islands. In the spring months, the resident humpback whales can be encountered, along with giant groupers, moray eels, honeycomb moray eels, dragon morays and thousands of reef fishes. Coupled with the world-famous onboard Aggressor service, and much-loved food and drinks package, and you will discover why everyone is so excited about this new destination.
Oman Aggressor sleeps only 22 divers across a whopping 45m liveaboard. The saloon area is the hub of life when not diving or snorkelling. This is a modern, airy communal space, where the all-important meals are served. The menu aboard is varied and plentiful, with a variety of Omani feasts and local cuisine. There is a complete photo video centre for anyone with a camera, a large sun deck with shading, a jacuzzi, chaise lounges and deck chairs and bar. The dive deck is on the main deck level,
These trips do not include any international flights to Salalah SLL or Muscat MCT. Scuba Travel is 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.
Click here to email Scuba Travel and receive more information about Oman Aggressor.
Click here to book this holiday or call Scuba Travel on 01483 411590!
* 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 01483 411590, email dive@scubatravel.com or visit www.scubatravel.com.
After a two-year tour of UK art galleries, community spaces and aquariums, the Shark Trust’s acclaimed Oceanic31 exhibition takes its final bow at the Royal Geographical Society later this month. And the unique collection of artwork, depicting 31 species of oceanic sharks and rays, donated by 31 artists, is now open for bids from art lovers and shark enthusiasts. The online auction, launched today, will close on the 7th December at 8pm (BST). The money raised will support the Shark Trust Oceanics Programme.
People can now bid on 27 of the artworks by visiting this website:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
It is a chance to own a beautiful piece of original art and to support the Shark Trust. The timing of the auction also means that these would make a very special Christmas gift for any shark-lover.
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- Bigeye Thresher Shark by Janina Rossiter
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- Carcharodon carcharias by Jimmy Higgs
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- Croc VR 2030 by Tom Mead
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- Oceanic Whitetip by ATM
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- Silky Street by ScapaJoe
The diversity of pieces mirrors that of the sharks and rays they represent. You can bid on paintings, digital creations, sculptures, mixed media and more. You can pick your favourite artist or species of shark. Or you can select the perfect artwork to make a statement in your home or office. Whichever you choose, you will be supporting the work to protect these amazing animals.
One of the pieces of art has been selected to be auctioned live by Steve Backshall at the For the Love of Sharks event at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 29th November. In addition to this, two further pieces will be raffled at this event, giving people a chance to win an incredible piece of shark art. For the Love of Sharks is the Shark Trust’s flagship evening. A night to celebrate sharks. Steve Backshall is the headline speaker at this event that will see other prominent shark advocates join him on stage.
Tickets for the event can be snapped up here:
https://thesharktrust.org.uk/Event/flos24
Those that would like to see the Oceanic 31 exhibition have one final chance. It is being displayed at the Pavilion at the Royal Geographic Society from 26th November until the 7th December. Entry is free.
Find out more here:
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/oceanic-31
Paul Cox, Shark Trust CEO, Said “This exhibition has given us the opportunity to reach out to a new audience. And inspire more people with the wonderful sharks and rays on which our Big Shark Pledge campaign is based. We are immensely grateful to the 31 artists who have worked so hard to create these works.”
Bid for your favourite Oceanic 31 artwork here:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
Banner Image: Smooth Hammerhead by Alicia Hayden
Cozy and warm in cold water.
It’s drysuit season all year round. With the new RS series premium drysuits from DYNAMICNORD, divers are perfectly equipped for all cold waters.
The sophisticated cut of the RS drysuits allows complete freedom of movement, providing maximum comfort. The high-quality 350 g/m² ripstop material with double ripstop zones on the elbows, knees, and crotch protect ensures extreme robustness as well as long life.
The suit’s features leave nothing to be desired: A high-quality TiZip zipper, easily adjustable inlet and outlet valves, upgradeable with electrically heated underwear, HP bottleneck cuffs made of high-strength latex on the wrists, a 3mm neoprene neck cuff for maximum comfort, a 7mm hood with air outlet and 3mm boots made of double-sided, cross-layered neoprene with ankle straps and fin strap stoppers and a protective but very flexible sole.
Noteworthy is the Molle fastening system, which can be used in a variable and compatible manner. This way, the two detachable leg pockets can be attached easily, safely and comfortably.
Alterations of boots to a different shoe size or adjustments to neck or wrist cuffs are done free of charge at the own DYNAMICNORD service centre in Germany in only a couple of days.
The matching Dynaskins made with high-quality Polartec® technology are available in various designs. As an undersuit under the drysuit, as a single suit in warm waters or as a two-piece suit. Polartec® technology’s main features are neutral buoyancy, breathablilty and quick-drying.
Dynaskins are made largely from recycled plastic bottles.
The drysuit RS-351 for men and RS-352 for women are now available at your DYNAMICNORD dealer and in the online store.
Colors men and women: Black-Blue and Black-Burgundy
Sizes men: XS-4XL incl. intermediate sizes MS, MT, MLS, MLT, LS, LT, XLS, XLT, 2XLS, 3XLS, 4XLS
Sizes Women: XS-XL incl. intermediate sizes MS, MT, LS, XLS
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