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…
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…
Want to explore the world’s best surf destinations? Discover 11 surf travel hotspots, from Morocco to the Maldives, South Africa to the Solomon Islands, Ecuador to El Salvador. What makes an incredible surf spot? That’s a tricky question. For some, it’s all about the perfect wave – long, smooth and barrelling. For others, it’s about…
Want to plan a sustainable escape but don’t want to compromise on creature comforts? Discover 7 of the world’s best eco-luxury dive resorts in Indonesia, Fiji, the Maldives and Seychelles. In the not-so-distant past, a sustainable dive vacation meant leaving your creature comforts at home. Eco-conscious stays were all about taking things back to basics,…
Looking for destinations to add to your scuba bucket list? Discover 10 incredible UNESCO dive sites that are protected as natural and cultural treasures. While there are hundreds of magical underwater destinations around the globe, a few have a special status as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These are places that we are slowly ticking off…
If you’re an eco-conscious surfer heading to Morocco, discover how to plan a sustainable surf trip, all while riding this North African nation’s most legendary breaks. As the Atlas Mountains slope down to meet the Atlantic Ocean, they give way to long, sandy beaches and deep underwater trenches. Morocco’s coastal topography churns out endless waves,…
Planning a sustainable dive trip to Seychelles? Discover 5 eco-friendly Seychelles dive resorts that are taking strides to reduce their environmental footprint. Hailed as a paradise on Earth, the Seychelles has dedicated more than half of its islands and waters as protected areas. Surrounded by the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa, it’s…
Planning a surf trip to South Africa? Discover everything you need to know about surfing in South Africa, including the best surf spots and highly-rated places to stay for surfers. With over 2,500 kilometres of coastline to play with, those chasing waves are spoiled for choice in South Africa. It’s a country we absolutely love…
Planning a sustainable surf trip to Africa? Discover everything you need to know about surfing in Mozambique, including the best surf spots and eco-friendly places to stay in each destination. Hugging the southeast corner of Africa, Mozambique’s largely untapped coastline presents an alluring frontier for surfers seeking uncrowded waves. It’s a destination we visited several…
Planning a dive trip to southern Africa? Discover everything you need to know about scuba diving in Mozambique, including the best dive sites and eco-friendly resorts for a sustainable stay. While it may not be one of southern Africa’s most well-known tourist destinations, Mozambique is an enchanting country. Stretching along the Indian Ocean, it offers…