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Our blogs about diving, Nusa Penida and more


The therapeutic aspects of scuba diving
Read about the mental and physical benefits of scuba diving.

Purple Dive
3 days ago5 min read


Why we charge more - our pricing explained
Our pricing explained at Purple Dive Penida, and what you are paying for.

Purple Dive
Oct 114 min read


Diving after a pregnancy
When is it safe to return to diving after giving birth?
The answer depends on several factors!

Purple Dive
Oct 86 min read


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


PADI Specialties that are great in Nusa Penida
What PADI specialities are best suited for Nusa Penida environment? Discover some of our favorites!

Purple Dive
Sep 244 min read


PADI Rescue Course in Nusa Penida: take the challenge!
Why taking your PADI Rescue Diver course in Nusa Penida is a little bit more of a challenge, and why you should!

Purple Dive
Sep 173 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


How should I breathe when scuba diving?
Good breathing technique improves air consumption, increases relaxation and perfects buoyancy

Purple Dive
Sep 32 min read


PADI Advanced Course - what to expect
What to expect during your PADI Advanced course in Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
Aug 274 min read


Transport options in Nusa Penida and where to find them
Discover the transport options in Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
Aug 201 min read


PMS and diving safety
Should you dive during PMS and does it affect your diving? We explore in details!

Purple Dive
Aug 134 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


How to Spot a Scuba Diver (out of the water)
Being a diver means you'll stand out from the crowds - here's how you spot them...

Purple Dive
Jul 303 min read


How to avoid seasickness
How to prevent or help relieve sea sickness? We tell you everything!

Purple Dive
Jul 232 min read


Can you scuba dive if you can't swim?
Can you scuba dive if you cannot swim?

Purple Dive
Jul 162 min read


How to deploy a SMB (Surface Marker Buoy)
How to deploy a surface marker buoy from underwater.

Purple Dive
Jul 92 min read


Discover the benefits of diving Nitrox!
Discover the advantages of diving with Enriched Air Nitrox

Purple Dive
Jul 22 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


Top tips to plan a dive holiday
So you are ready to plan your dive trip to Nusa Penida? Before you go, you can use our checklist to make sure you are ready for your trip

Purple Dive
Jun 182 min read


Couples who dive together stay together, 6 reasons why.
What if scuba diving could also help rebuild and reinforce a relationship? Here are 6 reasons why 'couples who dive together stay together'

Purple Dive
Jun 113 min read


Open Water Diver Course in Nusa Penida: what to expect.
Your Open Water Course in Nusa Penida and what to expect

Purple Dive
Jun 43 min read


Get fit in Nusa Penida by diving, yoga, boxing and much more...
A few activities you can enjoy during your stay in Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
May 283 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
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