Trip Reports ARTICLES

The diving trip at Iberostar Resort, led by Paul Vukovich and Mike Chiado, kicked off with a welcoming meet-up to brief guests on the exciting diving schedule and resort amenities. The following days were filled with spectacular dives, featuring unique marine life like Splendid Toadfish and Loggerhead Turtles. The group also enjoyed engaging workshops and the resort's top-notch facilities, culminating in a thrilling photo contest. Read more about our recent Bluewater Underwater Photo Workshop in Cozumel, Mexico.

Bluewater Dive Travel’s annual Galapagos Islands trip was a remarkable 10-day adventure aboard the Galapagos Master. With ideal conditions following the end of El Niño, divers experienced vibrant marine life including schooling hammerhead sharks and mola mola. Highlights included close encounters with orcas, feeding marine iguanas, and rare sightings of red-lipped batfish. The trip featured engaging workshops and culminated in a photo contest, making it an unforgettable experience.

Experience the magic of our February 2024 Socorro Manta & Shark Madness Liveaboard trip. Learn about the liveaboard, the dive sites, and our marine life encounters, with incredible underwater photos.

We celebrated New Year's Eve in Raja Ampat aboard the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard! Our itinerary covered Misool, Central Raja, and Dampier, so we got to experience all the best dive sites and encountered mantas, wobbegong sharks, walking sharks, bobtail squid, and a stunning array of corals. We also hiked to the incredible jellyfish lake and Piaynemo viewpoint.

Fiji is a must-return dive destination for its scenic beauty, healthy reefs, diverse marine life, and vibrant underwater colors. It's accessible, safe, and has a friendly local culture. Our trip on the Nai’a liveaboard included incredible dive sites like Bligh Water, E-6, and Mount Mutiny, featuring stunning corals, fish, and underwater landscapes.

Lembeh is a place where you can truly appreciate the beauty of the small and often-overlooked creatures that inhabit the world's oceans. It is a must-visit destination for any diver with an interest in macro photography and a fascination with critters. The combination of knowledgeable dive guides, fantastic marine life, and excellent accommodations make this trip in which many guests return year after year. There is something about Lembeh that never gets old, and returning can never happen soon enough. Read our Oct 2023 trip recap...

In October 2023, Bluewater Travel organized a long-awaited Cuba Underwater Photo Workshop aboard the Avalon IV, following an adventurous Havana land tour. The journey offered insights into Cuba's rich history and vibrant culture before diving into the pristine reefs of Jardines de la Reina. Despite challenges like hurricane season and coral bleaching, the trip featured 21 dives teeming with marine life, from curious groupers to elusive hutias, culminating in rewarding photo workshops and a heartfelt camaraderie among divers and crew alike.