Oceania
This is a diverse region that includes the developed countries of Australia and New Zealand, as well as many developing island nations such as Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Samoa, Vanuatu, Chuuk, Guam, Yap and. The people are a mixture of Melanesians, Polynesians, Aboriginal Australians, as well as more recently arrived Europeans settlers and Asians. Australia and Papua New Guinea have many endemic species such as birds of paradise, cassowary, and the famous marsupials such as kangaroos, wallabies, koalas and wombats.
New Zealand is renowned as one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The northwest region is also located in the Coral Triangle, which is the most diverse marine region on Earth. There are a huge number of incredible dive destinations, including the largest coral reef in the world – the Great Barrier Reef, the soft coral capital of the world – Fiji, countries ranked at the top such as PNG, the Solomons and French Polynesia, as well as some of the best wreck diving in the world in the Marshall Islands, Truk and Palau.
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SOLOMON ISLANDS
PALAU
Recent Oceania Articles
Planning a Dive Holiday? Learn About the Palau Eco Pledge
Is Palau on your radar as your next liveaboard diving holiday destination? Then be prepared to sign their Eco Pledge at immigration in order to obtain entry. This small island nation has a history of being serious about protecting their natural resources. 2009 the...
Saving the Green Sea Turtles on Australia’s Raine Island
A little known island plays a very important role in the survival of green sea turtles. Sir David Attenborough: “A marine paradise that plays host to one of the most spectacular ocean migrations on the planet. This is Raine Island…” Raine Island (situated on the outer...
Ultimate Fiji Day Trips: Shark Reef and Beqa Lagoon
If you want to dive Fiji consider adding the option of doing one of 2 incredible diving day trips: Shark Reef and Beqa Lagoon. Both packages depart from the Pacific Harbour on Viti Levu (conveniently where international flights arrive), are day trip tours and include...
US$ 500 off Palau and Rock Islands Aggressors
There are some incredible savings to be had in the dive mecca of Palau in 2017. If you have been thinking about diving Palau with your friends some time then now is the time! The Aggressor fleet has 2 boats in this Micronesian paradise, now called Rock Islands...
Fiji’s Volivoli Beach Resort offers 2 free nights
Parts of Fiji were badly damaged in February 2016 by the strongest tropical cyclone to make landfall in Fiji in recorded history. Viti Levu was one of the hardest hit areas of this island nation. On the 20th February 2016, winds reached 230 km/h just before the storm...
Time To Dive The Great Barrier Reef?
Over the past 2 months, the Great Barrier Reef has received a great deal of attention in the media. How much of this reporting is sensationalism? How much is political jockeying between conservationists, the government and the coal mining industry? And how does all...
Tourist $$s More Important Than Ever In Post-Cyclone Fiji
One's initial reaction on hearing that your dream vacation destination has been hit by a super storm might be to despair. However there are plenty of reasons why such an event may not be such bad news after all. In fact, for several reasons, now could be a great time...
‘Famous’ Great White Sharks Contribution to Conservation
Have you ever wondered why the ocean’s apex predator needs to be protected? Are you interested to learn how certain ‘famous’ lady sharks have contributed to bringing awareness to their plight. Let us introduce you to a couple of 'leading ladies' in the world of shark...
Palau Siren 2016 discounts
Have you ever visited the Pacific island nation of Palau? It is a dream dive destination for many with promises of sharks and big fish action, Jellyfish lake and stunning WWII historical sites both above and below water. There are many reasons why Palau is considered...
Free Nights at Kadavu Matana Fiji in 2017/18!
There are plenty of reasons to visit the Fijian paradise of Kadavu and its Matana resort: a road-free island of idyllic beaches, friendly locals, well-run resorts and gorgeous diving. Kadavu Matana Resort is a modern, comfortable and clean property and, above all...