Nature/Wildlife
We live busy lives, often in urban settings, so when the time comes for a vacation, many of us know that the best thing to do is to turn to nature. Nothing blows the cobwebs away more than a trek in the mountains or communing with creatures in the deep forest. Whether peering into a volcano, riding horseback along a trail, or spotting wildlife on a river cruise, something deep within us needs to feel connected to the natural world. All regions of the world present opportunities for enjoying nature.
In cooler temperate climates you may seek out snow-capped mountains such as the Alps, while equatorial regions offer the dense jungles of Asia or the vast plains of Africa. Anywhere animals live free offers us the chance to witness their majesty and understand better our place in the natural order. We can give ourselves privileged memories of seeing lions, elephants and gorillas on safari, or witness orangutans, monkeys and birds in the trees of the rainforest. The oceans and coastlines of the world offer opportunities for encounters with whales, dolphins, penguins, seals and more. Nature is always good for the soul.
Seasonal Marine Life Migrations: Best Times and Places to Dive
Snorkelling among fish on a coral reef - Freepik Each year, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds beneath the ocean waves as marine life embarks on epic migrations. The timing of these migrations isn't random; it's intricately linked to the seasons, water temperature, and...
Contribute To Red Sea Turtle Conservation Research
Have you booked your 2018 Red Sea liveaboard cruise? Then you can assist TurtleWatch Egypt with their conservation research. TurtleWatch Egypt is a citizen science program that works with local NGO’s and dive-centres to catalogue green and hawksbill turtles in Egypt...
Belize Prioritises Its Environment And Bans Oil Exploration
Some big, powerful western countries could learn a thing or 2 from Belize. This developing nation is leading the way by placing its environment front and center and has announced bold legislation to stop oil exploration in all of its waters. The small nation is...
A New Discovery In The Great Barrier Reef!
The largest coral reef ecosystem on earth, the Great Barrier Reef, has revealed a spectacular and previously unknown jewel. The sapphire-hued blue hole was discovered by marine biologist and underwater photographer, Johnny Gaskell. Blue holes are underwater sinkholes....
55 Arrests Related To Illegal Fishing!
Hot on the heels after the arrest of 20 illegal Chinese crew in Ecuador, 35 suspects have been arrested in the Chinese province of Guangdong. These arrests are welcome news for those fighting to put a stop to illegal shark-finners. However, these events over the last...
Palau President Calls For Global Marine Sanctuary
The inaugural large scale United Nations Oceans' Conference is being held in New York this week to coincide with World Oceans Day (Thursday 8 June 2017). The conference titled: Our oceans our future: partnering for the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal...
Turtle Spectacular Special Expedition with Spoilsport
Mark your calendars now for your awesome annual liveaboard trip to the far northern Great Barrier Reef. Due to popular demand, this annual trip is now available for two departure dates in 2018 & 2019. Bookmark these dates for your 7 night, 26 dive, not to be...
Spoilsport Special 7 Night Expedition Hosted By Mike Ball
This amazing itinerary is only scheduled once each year! Ensure that you confirm your place for the Spoilsport liveaboard 2019 departure now by emailing our sales team right away. This not to be missed 8 day / 7 night liveaboard cruise departs on 11 July 2019. Trip...
Best Practices Guide for Shark and Ray Tourism Now Available
The guide, Responsible Shark and Ray Tourism: A Guide to Best Practices, was released on the 3rd March to coincide with UN World Wildlife Day. Project AWARE, WWF and the Manta Trust collaborated to produce the guide, which they say is the world's first practical guide...