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Our blogs about diving, Nusa Penida and more


Seasonal Diving in Nusa Penida: what to expect
Today we will explain what you can expect when diving Nusa Penida throughout the year, helping you plan the perfect trip to dive Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
Feb 19, 20252 min read


Nusa Penida or Amed for my Open Water course ?
The two main hubs for diving in Bali are Nusa Penida and Amed, but which to choose to do your entry-level / Open water course?

Purple Dive
Feb 12, 20254 min read


Do I need a 5 mm wetsuit in Nusa Penida ?
Water temperatures in Nusa Penida, and what wetsuit to bring to dive Nusa Penida !

Purple Dive
Feb 5, 20252 min read


Nusa Penida's hidden gems: off-the-beaten-track attractions
While popular attractions like Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach draw crowds, the island also has some other treasures that are waiting

Purple Dive
Jan 29, 20252 min read


Should you do the quarter turn back on your dive tank?
Why the "quarter turn back" is outdated and something to avoid

Purple Dive
Jan 22, 20253 min read


Nusa Penida Medical Guide: rest assured and explore with confidence
Nusa Penida Medical guide. Explore with peace of mind.

Purple Dive
Jan 15, 20252 min read


Good Diving Etiquette
Tips for good diving etiquette and how to be the best dive buddy!

Purple Dive
Jan 8, 20255 min read


Shopping in Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida shopping guide: where to find the essentials and do a little bit of shopping

Purple Dive
Jan 2, 20252 min read


Best street food and local cuisine in Nusa Penida
Best spots for scrumptious local food that won't break the bank on Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
Dec 25, 20243 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


Inspiring women #12: George Bevan
Meet George Bevan, co-founder of Daughters of the Deep

Purple Dive
Dec 11, 20243 min read


Can you scuba dive with contact lenses?
Everything you need to know about Scuba Diving with contact lenses

Purple Dive
Dec 4, 20242 min read


Inspiring Women Divers #11 Becky Kagan Schott
Becky Kagan-Schott, one of our underwater heroes! Discover her story

Purple Dive
Nov 27, 20244 min read


From bubbles to the bends - What is decompression sickness?
A simple explanation of what Decompression Sickness is, explaining how it occurs and how to lower the risks.

Purple Dive
Nov 20, 20244 min read


Bali: essential travel tips
An essential travel guide for those visiting Bali.

Purple Dive
Nov 13, 20242 min read


Inspiring Women Divers #10 Erika Lopez
There are a lot of amazing female divers out there and we know quite a few ourselves. Here is a collection of small interviews with the most

Purple Dive
Nov 6, 20243 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


Diving deep into specialties: choosing the best for your PADI MSDT
How to choose the specialties you should teach as a PADI instructor?

Purple Dive
Oct 23, 20242 min read


Inspiring Women Divers #9 Siân
Siân Williams- diving instructor at Trawangan Divers and communications officer at Gili Eco Trust, Gili T, Lombok.

Purple Dive
Oct 16, 20243 min read


What is the right Divemaster program for me?
Choosing a Divemaster program or internship can be a daunting experience with the number of choices out there.

Purple Dive
Oct 9, 20242 min read


What to do if the boat is not there when you surface from a dive?
What to do after a drift dive if you cannot find the boat on the surface?

Purple Dive
Oct 2, 20242 min read


Best Bars and nightlife venues in Nusa Penida
Our top picks for bars and nightlife in Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
Sep 25, 20243 min read


7 Tips for equalizing your ears easily when scuba diving
Our best tips to equalize your ears while scuba diving

Purple Dive
Sep 18, 20242 min read


Gojek, Grab in Nusa Penida? How to get around the island easily.
In Bali, the apps Gojek and Grab have made getting around very easy and cheap. However, Gojek, Grab in Nusa Penida are not available.

Purple Dive
Sep 11, 20242 min read
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