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Our blogs about diving, Nusa Penida and more


Purple Dive
4 days ago2 min read
Seasonal Diving in Nusa Penida: what to expect
Today we will explain what you can expect when diving Nusa Penida throughout the year, helping you plan the perfect trip to dive Nusa Penida


Purple Dive
Feb 124 min read
Nusa Penida or Amed for my Open Water course ?
The two main hubs for diving in Bali are Nusa Penida and Amed, but which to choose to do your entry-level / Open water course?


Purple Dive
Feb 52 min read
Do I need a 5 mm wetsuit in Nusa Penida ?
Water temperatures in Nusa Penida, and what wetsuit to bring to dive Nusa Penida !


Purple Dive
Jan 292 min read
Nusa Penida's hidden gems: off-the-beaten-track attractions
While popular attractions like Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach draw crowds, the island also has some other treasures that are waiting


Purple Dive
Jan 223 min read
Should you do the quarter turn back on your dive tank?
Why the "quarter turn back" is outdated and something to avoid


Purple Dive
Jan 152 min read
Nusa Penida Medical Guide: rest assured and explore with confidence
Nusa Penida Medical guide. Explore with peace of mind.


Purple Dive
Jan 85 min read
Good Diving Etiquette
Tips for good diving etiquette and how to be the best dive buddy!

Purple Dive
Jan 22 min read
Shopping in Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida shopping guide: where to find the essentials and do a little bit of shopping

Purple Dive
Dec 25, 20243 min read
Best street food and local cuisine in Nusa Penida
Best spots for scrumptious local food that won't break the bank on Nusa Penida

Purple Dive
Dec 18, 20245 min read
Cocks in all shapes and sizes: the sea's weirdest penises
The sea is home to the weird and wonderful and sometimes the downright bizarre, and the sexual appendages of its residents are no exception!


Purple Dive
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Inspiring women #12: George Bevan
Meet George Bevan, co-founder of Daughters of the Deep


Purple Dive
Dec 4, 20242 min read
Can you scuba dive with contact lenses?
Everything you need to know about Scuba Diving with contact lenses


Purple Dive
Nov 27, 20244 min read
Inspiring Women Divers #11 Becky Kagan Schott
Becky Kagan-Schott, one of our underwater heroes! Discover her story


Purple Dive
Nov 20, 20244 min read
From bubbles to the bends - What is decompression sickness?
A simple explanation of what Decompression Sickness is, explaining how it occurs and how to lower the risks.


Purple Dive
Nov 13, 20242 min read
Bali: essential travel tips
An essential travel guide for those visiting Bali.


Purple Dive
Nov 6, 20243 min read
Inspiring Women Divers #10 Erika Lopez
There are a lot of amazing female divers out there and we know quite a few ourselves. Here is a collection of small interviews with the most


Purple Dive
Oct 30, 20242 min read
5 unforgettable reasons to dive Nusa Penida
Here are the top 5 reasons to scuba dive in Nusa Penida !


Purple Dive
Oct 23, 20242 min read
Diving deep into specialties: choosing the best for your PADI MSDT
How to choose the specialties you should teach as a PADI instructor?


Purple Dive
Oct 16, 20243 min read
Inspiring Women Divers #9 Siân
Siân Williams- diving instructor at Trawangan Divers and communications officer at Gili Eco Trust, Gili T, Lombok.


Purple Dive
Oct 9, 20242 min read
What is the right Divemaster program for me?
Choosing a Divemaster program or internship can be a daunting experience with the number of choices out there.


Purple Dive
Oct 2, 20242 min read
What to do if the boat is not there when you surface from a dive?
What to do after a drift dive if you cannot find the boat on the surface?


Purple Dive
Sep 25, 20243 min read
Best Bars and nightlife venues in Nusa Penida
Our top picks for bars and nightlife in Nusa Penida


Purple Dive
Sep 18, 20242 min read
7 Tips for equalizing your ears easily when scuba diving
Our best tips to equalize your ears while scuba diving


Purple Dive
Sep 11, 20242 min read
Gojek, Grab in Nusa Penida? How to get around the island easily.
In Bali, the apps Gojek and Grab have made getting around very easy and cheap. However, Gojek, Grab in Nusa Penida are not available.
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