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Our blogs about diving, Nusa Penida and more


Corals, our ANIMAL friends!
There are thought to be around 6,000 species of coral around the world and just under 300 species in Nusa Penida alone!

Purple Dive
Oct 12 min read


Why you should dive in Nusa Penida before your Komodo dive holiday.
Diving in Nusa Penida before embarking on a Komodo liveaboard/ diving holiday is an excellent choice for several reasons.

Purple Dive
Sep 102 min read


OCTOWHAAAT!? Amazing facts about the Octopus
Some incredible facts about the octopus, one of the best underwater animals!

Purple Dive
Aug 64 min read


Manta Ray Cleaning Stations: the Manta Spa
What is a manta ray cleaning station and why is it special?

Purple Dive
Jun 254 min read


Nusa Penida's most dangerous sea creatures
Is there anything dangerous in the waters of Nusa Penida? A full run-down!

Purple Dive
May 215 min read


Purple Dive's Coral Restoration Day
Our first day of planting corals with our friends at Living Seas Foundation

Purple Dive
May 143 min read


Common coral species of Nusa Penida
Discover some of the most common coral species that you can see while scuba diving in Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
May 74 min read


Mola Mola: dumbest fish in the sea or unrecognised genius
don't let their unusual appearance fool you - these gentle giants are more than just a floating buffet for parasites.

Purple Dive
Apr 162 min read


The secret sex lives of sea turtles
Ever wondered how turtles reproduce? We tell you everything about sea turtle sex!

Purple Dive
Mar 262 min read


Cocks in all shapes and sizes: the sea's weirdest penises
The sea is home to the weird and wonderful and sometimes the downright bizarre, and the sexual appendages of its residents are no exception!

Purple Dive
Dec 18, 20245 min read


5 unforgettable reasons to dive Nusa Penida
Here are the top 5 reasons to scuba dive in Nusa Penida !

Purple Dive
Oct 30, 20242 min read


The incredible sex life of Manta rays
Here is a brief overview of the fascinating mating dances, pregnancies and baby manta births.

Purple Dive
Jul 10, 20243 min read


JellyfishTASTIC!! Amazing facts about the Jellyfish!
Fun facts about the jellyfish, one of the most fascinating ocean's creature!

Purple Dive
Jun 22, 20244 min read


Do Triggerfish attack divers?
Discover species of triggerfish and why they have a bad reputation!

Purple Dive
Apr 17, 20242 min read


The incredible sex life of mantis shrimp (and other cool stuff they do)
Mantis shrimp are, arguably, up there with cephalopods, as the coolest - and perhaps most alien - creatures on this planet.

Purple Dive
Feb 1, 20244 min read


HANDS OFF! Why we should not touch marine life
It is a natural human instinct to touch. But it's important to understand the impact our touch can have on marine life and the eco-system

Purple Dive
Jan 11, 20245 min read


Why Should We Care About Sharks? 10 fantastic facts about sharks.
We love sharks as divers! They are powerful yet serene and they play an important role in our ecosystem.

Purple Dive
Dec 21, 20233 min read


Where is the best dive site in Nusa Penida?
What is the best dive site in Nusa Penida? What a tough question to answer!

Purple Dive
Nov 2, 20232 min read


10 tips for divers to protect the oceans
Today I am taking over the blog to tell you about PADI AWARE 10 tips to protect the ocean.

Purple Dive
Jul 27, 20233 min read


Can you see turtles while diving Nusa Penida?
Find out about the sea turtles of Nusa Penida and where you can spot them while diving!

Purple Dive
Jul 20, 20233 min read
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