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We recently came back from several dive holidays with our almost 1 year old and although we all had a awesome time, there were some things to consider before booking a spontaneous dive trip. Traveling with a baby overseas so you can still go on your dive holiday is still possible once you have a…

After a year of skippering, teaching, and diving in Perth, the time had come for Kate, Neptune, and me to embark on a well-deserved holiday. We’re always eager to explore new places, and in the back of our minds, we couldn’t help but consider the possibility of bringing a group to experience these locations next…

Are you dreaming of a scuba diving holiday from Perth that fits your budget, matches the best season, and offers an array of captivating marine life encounters? Look no further! In this blog post, we have curated eight unforgettable scuba diving destinations that cater to different budgets, seasons, and marine life experiences. Whether you’re a…

  Night diving can be an exhilarating and unique experience, but it also requires special preparation and skills to ensure a safe and enjoyable dive. Here are some tips and tricks for preparing for a night dive: Choose the Right Gear Night diving requires some additional gear to ensure your safety and visibility. Here are…

A “normal” Rottnest island dive trip turned into a wonderful surprise December 2020 when 2 of our guest divers became engaged…underwater!!! Underwater Proposal at Rottnest island Korey wanted to surprise his girlfriend Aleisha with something different for an engagement. Both passionate about the ocean, Korey thought a day out at Rottnest island diving and an…

What are some “stupid” questions about scuba diving? We hear it all the time “I have a stupid question” and sometimes it not actually all that stupid. Save yourself the embarrassment and have a read of our top “stupid questions”: Can I still go Scuba diving/Snorkeling while its raining? Yes! Of course you can still…

When is the best time of the year for Scuba diving Rottnest island and surrounding areas? You would think that the best time of the year for Scuba diving in Perth would be summer, right? Although summer is when the sea is the warmest temperature and the sky’s are blue there is also other great…

When is the best time to do the Advanced Open Water Course in Perth? We’re asked all of the time when is a good time to start the Advanced Open Water Course and is it worth it? The best time is NOW! the sun is shining, the water is warming and the visibility is stunning!…

The documentary “Becoming Cousteau” just hit the Luna Cinema in Fremantle. Kate, Antoni and many of our diver friends were at the Premiere to (re)-discover the life of the Captain that created our passion. If, like us, you were in age to watch Television in the 80-90, wherever you might have lived in the world,…

We are so blessed in Perth, Western Australia to have such rare marine life we can go visit, just a short boat ride from Fremantle. Home to the rarest Sea Lions in the world, the Australian Sea Lions are adorable and often friendly who seem to enjoy visits from us. So where can we go…

Video by Alan Chng WA scuba divers are the first to record a white Grey Nurse Shark sighting! Perth, Western Australia While diving at Rottnest this week on Friday the 21st of May 2021, the Bucket List Diver crew and scuba divers added and ticked something off their Bucket List they never knew existed here:…

Where are we in 2021 with shark conservation and who is Paula Black? You might remember we recently shared a blog about a new dive site at Rottnest Island where the local, non-aggressive Grey Nurse Shark residents can be peacefully observed. We were put in touch with Paula Black who recorded the first sighting of…