If you’ve spent time underwater (as a diver or snorkeller), you’ve probably noticed something: not all sites are beacons of health. Some reefs appear vibrant and full of life, while others show signs of stress – broken coral, few fish or algae-covered rocks. One of the biggest factors shaping the health of our oceans is…
Costa Rica is a paradise for eco-conscious travellers and underwater explorers are no exception. With its healthy coral reefs, pelagic-rich waters and some of the most progressive environmental policies in the world, the country is a dream destination for those who want to dive responsibly. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Costa Rica several times…
As humans inspired by the underwater world, there is plenty of incentive to protect our coral reefs. Here at EcoOceanEscapes, we want to do our bit to save endangered marine species and keep our oceans free of trash. One impactful action we can all take is to choose sustainable diving destinations. These are nations (or…
Understand the environmental impacts of diving and sustainable scuba practices in this comprehensive guide to eco-friendly diving. Any diver will tell you that being underwater is an incredible experience. It’s a world that not everyone has the opportunity to explore and the encounters we have with marine creatures can be life-changing. Watching manta rays soar…
Looking for the best eco-surf camps and resorts in the world? Discover inspiring places to stay around the globe to help plan your next wave-hunting adventure. If you’re yearning for sublime waves but also seeking sustainable adventure, this article has you covered. We’ve scoured the globe to find the best eco-friendly surf resorts in the…
Want to stay at an eco-friendly dive resort during your next scuba trip? Discover everything you should look for and things to consider when searching for the perfect property. It’s true that our oceans face immense challenges – from climate change to overfishing and mercury pollution. But there is hope for the future. Aside from…
Want to stay at one of the best eco-friendly dive resorts in the world? Discover some of our top picks for a sustainable scuba stay, whether you’re visiting Asia, Africa or Oceania. From eliminating single-use plastics to implementing circular waste systems, eco-dive resorts play a leading role in sustainable tourism. Set in some of the…
As surfers, the ocean is our playground, which is why protecting it is so important. More and more boardriders are waking up to the reality that our everyday actions can have a big impact on our marine environment. And in response, many want to do something about it. From your choice of surfboard to the…
Scuba diving exposes us to a wonderful array of creatures, from colourful nudibranchs to magnificent mantas and inquisitive octopi. It also allows us to experience incredible underwater environments and landscapes that don’t exist elsewhere. But many of these ecosystems face mounting threats – warming waters, acidifying oceans and swirls of plastic trash that make life…
Planning a sustainable scuba vacation? Discover 8 of the world’s best eco-friendly dive liveaboards to keep your footprint to a minimum. With rising concern about the state of our oceans and threats to global marine life, many of today’s dive liveaboards are designed and operated with sustainability at the forefront. They provide scuba enthusiasts with…