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Raja Ampat Trip Report December 2024

Sun, 01/19/2025 - 09:02 — bettyr

The beautiful islands of Raja Ampat
In December 2024, 16 Bluewater Travel guests embarked on a 12-day photography-focused dive trip aboard the MV Ambai to explore Raja Ampat’s diverse marine life. The group completed 36 dives across southern, central, and northern sites, encountering vibrant coral reefs, schools of fish, mantas, wobbegong sharks, and macro critters like nudibranchs and bobtail squid.

Fiji Trip Report November 2024

Sat, 01/18/2025 - 10:13 — bettyr

Guests on Bluewater's Fiji Photo Workshop embarked on a vibrant 10-night liveaboard journey aboard the Nai’a to explore Fiji's renowned dive sites, including Vatu-i-ra, Gau, Namena, and the Bligh Waters. Highlights included encounters with manta rays, pygmy seahorses, sharks, and vibrant soft coral reefs, with dynamic currents enhancing the underwater experience. The trip also featured cultural visits, delicious meals, photography workshops, and a memorable farewell slideshow. Fiji’s unmatched biodiversity and warm hospitality made for an unforgettable adventure.

Socorro Trip Recap 2024

Thu, 12/05/2024 - 21:35 — bettyr

A whale sharks swims by
Two dolphins swim past
A school of hammerhead sharks from afar
Bluewater Travel's 2024 Socorro Group Trip aboard the Valentina delivered thrilling encounters with marine giants like whale sharks, mantas, dolphins, and hammerheads in UNESCO-listed waters. Over 10 days, divers explored iconic sites such as The Canyon, The Boiler, and Roca Partida, experiencing stunning visibility, warm waters, and close interactions with oceanic wildlife. Despite challenging weather during the return, the trip balanced adventure, relaxation, and camaraderie. This unforgettable journey reaffirmed Socorro's reputation as one of the world’s top dive destinations.

Fiji Trip Report 2024

Tue, 12/03/2024 - 22:42 — bettyr

a colorful reefscape in Fiji
Our Fiji Photo & GoPro Workshop, held October 9-19, 2024, delivered breathtaking underwater experiences and vibrant cultural immersion. Guided by Nirupam Nigam and Todd Kortte, 25 divers explored the kaleidoscopic reefs of Beqa Lagoon and the legendary Bligh Waters. Highlights included dramatic shark dives, thriving soft corals, and vibrant marine life enhanced by nutrient-rich currents. Evenings featured workshops on photography and GoPro techniques, fostering remarkable progress among participants. Land excursions, cultural activities, and a final beachside lovo dinner added to the camaraderie.

Humpback Whale Trip Report 2024

Mon, 11/11/2024 - 18:28 — bettyr

A humpback whale breathes at the surface of the water
A humpback whale smiles for the camera
Spotted eagle rays chase each other underwater
Every year, French Polynesia hosts humpback whales who travel from Antarctica to the islands’ warmer tropical waters, to mate, calve, and nurse their young. Interactions with these giants of the sea are life-changing, and for the lucky few who encounter humpbacks in the water, the experience is described as once-in-a-lifetime!

Bali to Komodo Trip Report 2024

Thu, 11/07/2024 - 22:05 — bettyr

The colorful reefs in Bali and Komodo
A manta swims over a reef in Komodo
Discover the highlights of our 2024 Bali to Komodo liveaboard trip: exploring remote dive sites, volcanic reefs, and vibrant marine life. From Lombok's hidden gems to Komodo's famed currents and manta encounters, this photo workshop journey captures Indonesia's exciting underwater beauty in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Explore Baja Trip Report October 2024

Sun, 10/27/2024 - 22:26 — bettyr

A school of fish around a reef in the Sea of Cortez
Mobulas gracefully dance underwater
A close encounter with a large whale shark
In fall 2024, eighteen divers joined the Rocio Del Mar for Bluewater's Explore Baja trip in the Sea of Cortez. Starting from Puerto Peñasco, the journey featured diverse marine life encounters, including sea lions, whale sharks, and vibrant reefs. Highlights included unique underwater photography opportunities and memorable interactions with sea creatures like mobula rays and humpback whales.

Sea of Cortez Trip Report 2024

Thu, 10/10/2024 - 20:19 — bettyr

A sea lion does summersaults underwater
A gorgeous shot of a throat pike blenny
Nirupam Nigam led a captivating 2023 Sea of Cortez photo workshop with Bluewater Travel, showcasing diverse marine life and dynamic underwater landscapes. The Rocio Del Mar provided exceptional amenities and personalized service, enhancing the experience. Participants explored macro wonders like signal blennies and enjoyed thrilling encounters with sea lions and whale sharks.

Dumaguete Trip Report 2024

Tue, 07/30/2024 - 08:20 — bettyr

Wire coral shrimp photographed with steel wool backdrop taught during the Bluewater workshop by Nirupam Nigam
Dumaguete is well known by underwater photographers and marine life enthusiasts for its superb diving and warm Filipino hospitality, and it easily lived up to this reputation during our stay. Read our full trip recap of this year's underwater photography workshop!

Fakarava Grouper Spawning Bluewater Trip 2024

Wed, 07/17/2024 - 13:24 — bettyr

A large school of groupers swim past
Dive into the exhilarating experience of Bluewater Travel's 2024 Fakarava Grouper Spawning Group Trip! From the thrill of arrival to the breathtaking dives in the famous Fakarava passes, discover the incredible marine life, including thousands of groupers and hundreds of sharks, that make this bucket-list dive an unforgettable journey. Whether you're an avid diver or a marine life enthusiast, this article offers a glimpse into a truly extraordinary underwater spectacle.

Cozumel May 2024 Trip Report

Tue, 06/11/2024 - 09:41 — bettyr

underwater colorful reef with diver in background in cozumel
The diving trip at Iberostar Resort, led by Paul Vukovich and Mike Chiado, kicked off with a welcoming meet-up to brief guests on the exciting diving schedule and resort amenities. The following days were filled with spectacular dives, featuring unique marine life like Splendid Toadfish and Loggerhead Turtles. The group also enjoyed engaging workshops and the resort's top-notch facilities, culminating in a thrilling photo contest. Read more about our recent Bluewater Underwater Photo Workshop in Cozumel, Mexico.

Anilao Trip Recap Spring 2024

Thu, 06/06/2024 - 11:00 — bettyr

A seahorse's silhouette in Anilao, Philippines
Anilao Underwater Photo Workshops 2023 offer two back-to-back workshops in one of the greatest macro destinations in the world. The 2023 workshops were both sold-out events, consisting of a mix of novice photographers who were visiting the region for the first time ever, to advanced shooters who have been to multiple workshops over the years. Find out all about our trip (with photos)!

Galapagos Trip Report 2024

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 18:58 — bettyr

Galapagos marine iguana eating algae underwater
Bluewater Dive Travel’s annual Galapagos Islands trip was a remarkable 10-day adventure aboard the Galapagos Master. With ideal conditions following the end of El Niño, divers experienced vibrant marine life including schooling hammerhead sharks and mola mola. Highlights included close encounters with orcas, feeding marine iguanas, and rare sightings of red-lipped batfish. The trip featured engaging workshops and culminated in a photo contest, making it an unforgettable experience.

Baja Ultimate Whale Safari Trip Report 2024

Sun, 03/31/2024 - 05:54 — bettyr

A whale tail emerges from the water in Baja Mexico.
Baja Ultimate Whale Safari 2024, led by Helen Brierley, thrilled participants with whale encounters starting in Cabo San Lucas. From humpbacks to whale sharks and grey whales, each day brought new marine marvels, including playful sea lions and rare sightings like sperm whales. The journey culminated in luxurious glamping and intimate moments with gentle grey whale mothers and calves, making it an unforgettable expedition.

Raja Ampat Trip Report 2024

Wed, 02/21/2024 - 18:46 — JennyH

A group of people at Piaynemo viewpoint in Raja Ampat
We celebrated New Year's Eve in Raja Ampat aboard the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard! Our itinerary covered Misool, Central Raja, and Dampier, so we got to experience all the best dive sites and encountered mantas, wobbegong sharks, walking sharks, bobtail squid, and a stunning array of corals. We also hiked to the incredible jellyfish lake and Piaynemo viewpoint.

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