It goes without saying that we started December’s Marine Megafauna week at Nusa Penida’s world famous Manta Point. Situated towards the lower end of the island’s south-west coast, the Manta Point dive site attracts thousands of divers each year due to almost guaranteed daily manta sightings for divers and snorkellers alike.
Read MoreA podcast with Jason and Matt from ScubaGoat on Nusa Penida a stunning island off the east coast of Bali….
Read MoreOver the last 12 months we have seen so many positive developments, including a relaxation in travel regulations and our ability to host guests and teach courses, BUT, there is one thing that hasn’t changed at all – our incredible diving!!
This year has been a phenomenal year for all of us at Blue Corner Dive, not only have we been able to get ‘back to normal’, we’ve also been able to re-explore our beautiful surrounding reefs – and they are flourishing!
Read MoreCalling all Nusa newcomers! Are you planning a trip to the Nusa Islands? Read on to discover insider tips for travelling to, from and in between the islands!
Read MoreMassive corals have been found to grow at elevated rates through a process called micro-fragmentation. Donor corals (usually boulder or massive species) are cut into small fragments of only a few coral polyps in size, then placed in close proximity to one another which significantly stimulates coral growth rates (Page et al. 2018).
Read MoreMola descended from bony ancestors, its skeleton contains largely cartilaginous tissues, which are lighter than bone, allowing it to grow to sizes impractical for other bony fishes.
Read MoreIt has been 12 months since the reefs around the Nusa Islands were last filled with the familiar sights of tourists, snorkelers, divers, watersports, pontoons, jetskis, speedboats and ferries… for the last year, with travel restrictions in place, the ocean around the islands has been resting and returning to its natural state.
Read MoreWith many of you at home around the world, we thought we’d share a little scuba diving love with you and some ideas on how you can still be a diver and stay connected to us while we are all waiting to be able to travel again!
Read MoreLike the rest of the world, we are self-isolating and staying home. Bali closed its borders to tourists and Nusa Lembongan does not have anybody coming or going, so our dive shop is shut until the coronavirus pandemic comes to an end.
Read MoreCOVID-19 has changed the world as we know it. The novel coronavirus has quarantined people, closed country borders, and halted businesses around the world.
Read MoreIf you’re a diver, you love the ocean. You’ve also probably recognized that our oceans, and their inhabitants, are in danger. Plastic pollution, rising temperatures, and over-tourism have destroyed reefs and marine life around the world.
Read MoreThe world ‘temple’ in Balinese is ‘pura’ and the village temple is at the heart of life in the community. The ceremonies are colourful, the multitude of offering and scents of incense create a sensory overload, and best of all, the wonderful locals are incredibly welcoming to visitors.
Read MoreBecoming a divemaster is a big decision, and people from all over the world choose to do so for various reasons. Here are stories from some of our recent graduates.
Read MoreNew year, new you? We’ve taken a look at the top New Year’s resolutions and found that a visit to a little slice of paradise, known as Nusa Lembongan, is the answer to many of them. From learning a new skill to losing weight, you can cross off those lofty goals with us – all while living on a tropical island, enjoying sunset beers, and exploring the ocean.
Read MoreWhen teaching PADI courses the primary concern is following and meeting all PADI standards, and for some skills, the Instructor Manual clearly stipulates whether a skill should be conducted while on the bottom or mid-water, but this is not the case for all skills. So what are the pros and cons of opting to teach skills in mid-water? Read on to find out more…
Read MoreEver wondered what it takes to become a better underwater photographer. Hear from professional underwater photographer Ollie Clarke as he reveals his top 5 tips to honing your photo skills and becoming a better diver.
Read MoreDo you find the rush of life sometimes overwhelming? Do you find yourself looking for a way to relax and calm your mind? Then scuba diving is the activity for you. Life seems to be getting more and more stressful and daunting, so why not look for a way to slow it down?
Read MoreAre you planning to take your PADI IDC in Bali and become a diving Instructor? Are you already a diving Instructor? If you can answer yes to either of these then the chances are you don’t just want to teach diving – you want to be the most successful PADI Instructor that you can be.
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