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The Best Diving Destinations in Australia & New Zealand

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Elliot Pelling
6 April, 2024

New Zealand

A coral bommie in the Red Sea

The 4 Best Up-And-Coming Scuba Diving Destinations To Explore in 2024

A great diving destination and a great diving experience means not only seeking adventure but also doing our part to save the ocean as well.
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Dive Into Your 30s: PADI Certification & the Joy of Learning to Scuba Dive

Read one diver's story about getting certified to scuba dive in her 30s and how this transformed her view on the world.
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5 of the Best Dive Sites to Explore in New Zealand

Looking for the best dive sites in New Zealand? Here are five of our favorites to explore and what you'll see at each one.
New Zealand

New Zealand’s Best Shore Dives

Step away from the crowds and enjoy some of the most unique, diverse and untouched dive sites on the planet.
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Best Critters for Macro Photography in New Zealand

New Zealand is home to an impressive array of critters and macro marine species which will keep macro underwater photographers captivated.

Top New Zealand Wreck Dives

If you are a wreck diving aficionado and planning to dive in New Zealand you have some phenomenal wreck dives to choose from.
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