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Our blogs about diving, Nusa Penida and more
Purple Dive
Mar 9, 20232 min read
Is it better to stay in Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Penida?
While close to each other, Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan are a bit different. So which one for your holiday?
Purple Dive
Mar 2, 20232 min read
How to get around Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida is a great place to visit for a few days or weeks. Here is an overview of how to get around Nusa Penida.
Purple Dive
Feb 23, 20232 min read
Who invented scuba diving?
On the beginning of scuba diving and the first self-contained underwater breathing equipment.
Purple Dive
Feb 16, 20232 min read
Are there sharks in Nusa Penida?
Many divers ask whether they will see sharks when diving Nusa Penida. For some, it’s a joy to see these graceful creatures.
Purple Dive
Feb 9, 20232 min read
5 facts about diving on Nitrox
Diving with Enriched Air, also known as Nitrox, has both advantages and disadvantages. Here are 5 facts about Nitrox that you should know!
Purple Dive
Feb 2, 20232 min read
Nusa Penida’s best dive sites: (the famous) Manta Point
Most people, and we can pretty confidently say all scuba divers, dream of a close encounter with the graceful gentle giant, the Manta ray.
Purple Dive
Jan 25, 20232 min read
A quick guide to diving with manta rays
Here in Nusa Penida we are lucky enough that we get to dive with manta rays often, the most popular dive sites to see them being Manta Point
Purple Dive
Jan 18, 20234 min read
What should I pack for my dive holiday?
Our list on what to pack for a dive holiday, whether it is for diving or for the rest of your trip!
Purple Dive
Jan 10, 20233 min read
Our 2023 New Year resolution : 1% for the Planet
On how and why we decided to join 1% for the Planet and give a cut of our profits towards environment protection.
Purple Dive
Jan 4, 20231 min read
Are manta rays dangerous?
Are manta rays dangerous? A few tips to dive with manta rays in Nusa Penida
Purple Dive
Dec 28, 20222 min read
How to choose a dive centre for your next scuba diving course or holiday
How to pick your dive centre for your next dive course or holiday, our tips!
Purple Dive
Dec 21, 20222 min read
What is the PADI Instructor Examination?
So you are considering doing your PADI Instructor course and you feel a bit nervous about the PADI IE (Instructor Examination)? Not to worry
Purple Dive
Dec 20, 20223 min read
The creepy truth behind ‘Finding Nemo’
Finding Nemo was blatantly wrong...here is why!
Purple Dive
Dec 15, 20222 min read
5 good reasons to learn how to scuba dive
Learning how to scuba dive can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Here are 5 good reasons why you should consider scuba diving!
Purple Dive
Dec 9, 20222 min read
What do you need before becoming a PADI Instructor?
Thinking about becoming a PADI instructor? Are you an avid diver and thinking about making it a full-time job? PADI Instructors work all...
Purple Dive
Dec 1, 20223 min read
What will I see when I dive Nusa penida?
Manta Rays Nusa Penida is famous for its Manta rays. Only 40 minutes away from Bali, you can experience the dance of these majestic...
Purple Dive
Nov 25, 20223 min read
Am I ready to become an Open Water Scuba Instructor?
There comes a time in your diving life when you start thinking about taking things a step further and becoming a teacher, a mentor, a...
Purple Dive
Nov 18, 20222 min read
How to look after your scuba mask?
After our post about how to choose your scuba mask, now let's have a look at how to look after your new mask! Important things to do...
Purple Dive
Oct 29, 20224 min read
How to drift dive safely ? Part 3: The right equipment.
Diving in strong currents can be daunting and can be dangerous, if not done with the right precautions, preparation, and gear. Here are a...
Purple Dive
Oct 12, 20223 min read
6 transferable skills you will gain as a scuba diving instructor
Dive skills are not the only skills you gain as a scuba diving instructor! Some others are very valuable in any job.
Purple Dive
Oct 5, 20223 min read
7 reasons to make Indonesia your next (dive) travel destination
As a scuba diver (or scuba addict as some may say), you tend to plan your holidays around the possibility of going diving. Whilst many...
Purple Dive
Sep 28, 20222 min read
Nyepi Laut (silent sea day), a ceremony unique to Nusa Penida.
A little history of Nyepi Laut, the silent day of the sea in Nusa Penida.
Purple Dive
Sep 14, 20223 min read
5 reasons to do the PADI Deep adventure dive
Thinking about going deeper but not ready to enroll in a full course? The Deep Adventure dive is for you!
Purple Dive
Aug 22, 20223 min read
Do nudibranchs have the best sex life of all? Or not?
Discover everything you need to know about nudibranch sex life!
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