Planning a sustainable dive vacation in Tanzania with eco-friendly stays in Zanzibar and beyond
While Tanzania is more widely known for its exceptional safari experiences , it also boasts an equally impressive (and often overlooked...
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Eco-Friendly Dive Experiences
Discover our collection of articles highlighting eco-friendly dive experiences, marine conservation initiatives and sustainability-focused dive resorts.
EcoOceanEscapes
- Aug 9
- 6 min
Best eco-friendly resorts in Mauritius for a sustainable scuba vacation
Surrounded by the Indian Ocean to the east of Madagascar , Mauritius is a spectacular volcanic island that’s renowned for its sapphire...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Aug 6
- 6 min
Best places to dive in Madagascar + eco-friendly stays
Isolated from the African continent for millions of years, the island nation of Madagascar boasts a breathtaking array of unique flora...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Aug 4
- 9 min
Eco-friendly dive resorts in the Caribbean
Across the Caribbean’s thousands of islands, divers are treated to an awe-inspiring array of marine environments, from the electric-blue...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 31
- 7 min
Best eco-friendly Red Sea dive resorts for a sustainable scuba vacation in Egypt
As one of the Seven Wonders of the Underwater World, the Red Sea is a bucket list destination for divers. It encompasses a wide variety...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 29
- 6 min
Best places to dive in Honduras + eco-friendly dive resorts
Sharing its borders with Guatemala, Nicaragua and El Salvador, Honduras lies at the very heart of Central America. It boasts an abundance...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 24
- 9 min
Plan an eco-friendly dive vacation in Thailand
Extending between the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, Thailand has firmly cemented its reputation as one of the world's premier...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 18
- 9 min
7 of the best places to dive in Malaysia + eco-friendly stays
From the beginner-friendly sites along the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia to world-renowned Sipadan in Borneo, this captivating...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 15
- 7 min
Best places to dive in Mozambique + eco-friendly stays
While it may not be one of southern Africa’s most well-known tourist destinations, Mozambique is an enchanting country that offers some...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 9
- 14 min
9 of the best places to dive in Indonesia
Home to over 25% of the world's fish species and more than 70% of global coral species, Indonesia is widely regarded as an epicentre of...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jul 2
- 11 min
Best places to dive in the Philippines
Located within the Indo-Pacific’s Coral Triangle , the Philippines encompasses over 7,000 islands that serve as the backdrop for some of...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jun 28
- 9 min
Sustainable guide to diving in the Maldives
Aside from being the definition of paradise, the Maldives is without a doubt one of the world's premier scuba diving destinations....
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jun 27
- 8 min
7 of the best places to dive in Fiji (and eco-friendly places to stay)
Set amidst the warm, turquoise waters of the South Pacific, Fiji is a scuba diving paradise that should be at the top of every avid...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jun 18
- 5 min
Eco-friendly dive liveaboards around the globe
With rising concern about the state of our oceans and threats to global marine life, many of today's dive liveaboards are designed and...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jun 10
- 6 min
Packing list for an eco-friendly dive vacation
Whether you're a seasoned pro or embarking on your first dive vacation, having the right gear on hand is crucial for ensuring a...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jun 4
- 7 min
5 of the best places to dive in Belize
With direct access to the thriving coral reefs of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef - the second-largest barrier reef system in the world -...
EcoOceanEscapes
- May 27
- 13 min
6 of the best places to dive in Micronesia
Scattered between the Philippines and Hawaii, Micronesia is a little-visited region encompassing thousands upon thousands of tiny islands...
EcoOceanEscapes
- May 23
- 6 min
5 eco-friendly Seychelles dive resorts
Hailed as a paradise on Earth, the Seychelles has dedicated more than half of its ocean and islands as protected areas. It has garnered a...
EcoOceanEscapes
- May 20
- 8 min
7 of the best places to dive in Australia
Australia is renowned as one of the world's premier scuba diving destinations, with unparalleled opportunities to explore its diverse...
EcoOceanEscapes
- May 14
- 8 min
Best eco-friendly resorts in Bali for divers and surfers
For diving and surfing, the Island of the Gods is a dream destination. Bali boasts incredible breaks for all levels of boardriders, as...
EcoOceanEscapes
- May 8
- 7 min
Everything you need to know about travel insurance for scuba diving
Going scuba diving is an exhilarating yet potentially dangerous activity that warrants careful consideration of travel insurance...
EcoOceanEscapes
- May 6
- 6 min
5 of the best places to dive in Mexico
From the nutrient-rich waters of the Sea of Cortez to the ethereal beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula's cenotes, the diversity and scale of...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Apr 29
- 9 min
Best places to dive in Papua New Guinea
Hugging the eastern half of the island of New Guinea, Papua New Guinea is a little-visited Melanesian gem for intrepid divers. Surrounded...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Apr 28
- 8 min
Green Fins-certified dive resorts for an eco-conscious stay
Our underwater world harbours a spectacular diversity of marine life and getting out to explore beneath the water’s surface offers...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Apr 26
- 8 min
Best luxury dive resorts for a sustainable stay
In the past, if planning a sustainable dive vacation was your top travel priority, you could kiss comfort goodbye. But, thanks to the...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Apr 10
- 6 min
Eco-friendly resorts in Komodo Islands
Tucked between the Indonesian islands of Sumbawa and Flores lies Komodo National Park, a protected paradise that shelters a wealth of...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Apr 3
- 8 min
Eco-friendly dive resorts in the Philippines for a sustainable stay
Situated at the very heart of the Coral Triangle, the Philippines boasts some of the best diving in Southeast Asia. It’s home to...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Feb 19
- 7 min
Best eco-friendly dive resorts in Indonesia
Most divers are well aware that Indonesia boasts incredible underwater environments, from the biodiverse reefs of Raja Ampat to the...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Feb 12
- 5 min
7 eco-friendly homestays in Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat is one of the world's last true wildernesses. The beauty of this sprawling archipelago almost defies description, with lushly...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jan 22
- 5 min
10 lifestyle changes to reduce ocean plastic
For divers and surfers, the ocean is our playground. But it's hard to enjoy it with complete peace of mind with the knowledge that it has...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jan 19
- 6 min
10 UNESCO dive sites to explore before you die
While there are hundreds of magical underwater destinations around the globe, a few have a special status as UNESCO World Heritage Sites....
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jan 5
- 6 min
9 marine conservation organisations to follow in 2024
Our oceans are a life force on this planet, yet they face grave threats that demand action. While governments drag their feet, dedicated...
EcoOceanEscapes
- Jan 3
- 5 min
How to be a responsible diver
Beneath the waves lies a menagerie of creatures, from colourful nudibranchs to majestic manta rays and inquisitive octopi. Yet many of...
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