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Original Diving Life is the the detail: We are a team of committed divers and travellers dedicated to creating the best luxury diving holidays around the world
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We are a team of committed divers and travellers dedicated to creating the best and most original tailor-made diving holidays around the world. Our success is based on personal insights and exceptional knowledge of the worldwide destinations we offer.

Do you want to wake up to this view? Check out our 15-day escape to Belize. Dive into the vibrant reefs of Outer Reef an...
26/03/2024

Do you want to wake up to this view? Check out our 15-day escape to Belize. Dive into the vibrant reefs of Outer Reef and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve, explore St. Herman’s Blue National Park's ancient ceremonial grounds, and conquer Belize’s second-tallest pyramid at Xunantunich. You’ll also have the chance to luxuriate in hammocks overlooking the Macal River, unwind on white-sand beaches in San Pedro, and savour the Truck Shop's flavours in San Pedro. This journey blends thrilling dives, luxurious stays, epic hikes and cultural exploration for an unforgettable tropical adventure. Click the link in bio to be inspired...

Some of our favorite critters in black and white. To catch underwater images like this requires impeccable buoyancy cont...
22/05/2023

Some of our favorite critters in black and white.

To catch underwater images like this requires impeccable buoyancy control, a keen eye and an understanding of the habits of marine life. Not to mention the research and effort to be in the right place at the right time. But what incredibly gratifying results!

We know that our divers are notorious adventure seekers who love to expand their knowledge and skill on their travels with us. This is why we take such special care in curating holidays that amplify explorations of such passions. From Galapagos liveaboards with whale sharks, mantas and all the sharks, to Komodo drift dives that require reef hooks and a calm mind, the ocean is a font of opportunity to challenge yourself underwater, where the rewards are immense and the scenery stunning.

And, the best thing about Original Diving is we keep our finger to the pulse of what goes on around the underwater world, knowing just where to send you to experience the most mind-blowing dive holidays, no matter what you’re looking for.

Head to the link in bio to chat with one of our specialists today and get your next dive trip in the books!

Incredible photos by .wandering

Dogfish look a bit different in Australia… Who doesn’t love sharing adventures with their furry friends? Taking them on ...
09/05/2023

Dogfish look a bit different in Australia…

Who doesn’t love sharing adventures with their furry friends? Taking them on a whale shark snorkel in Ningaloo is a new level of amazing though. What a moment!

Whale sharks congregate in this area between March and August and can be paired nicely with humpback whales if you time it just right.

Get in touch with one of our expert divers to plan the ultimate Australian dive holiday to this gem on the northwest coast of Oz.

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  ・・・Back in December one of our Asia team, Emily, spent 2 weeks in the Philippines.Most of her time was spent underwate...
27/02/2023


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Back in December one of our Asia team, Emily, spent 2 weeks in the Philippines.

Most of her time was spent underwater, diving and doing macro-photography, and the time above the surface included lots of kayaking and walking.

What made Emily's trip special was what she saw in the water; wonderpus octopus, mandarin fish, nudibranch and thresher sharks. She also felt so welcomed by the warmth and friendliness of the Filipino people!

The spots that turned out to be hidden gems were, Dauin - the perfect muck diving destination and Anda (Bohol), which offers a peaceful setting to enjoy a spectacular array of diving and has great land activities such as the chocolate hills.

For those that decide to venture to this fabulous destination Emily's top tip is to make sure you take cash with you as you will need this over there for certain things (extra baggage, environmental fees) and not everywhere has cash machines.

Check out our itineraries in the Philippines through our website in the link in our bio...

📸: Emily Chappell


Back in December one of our Asia team, Emily, spent 2 weeks in the Philippines.Most of her time was spent underwater, di...
27/02/2023

Back in December one of our Asia team, Emily, spent 2 weeks in the Philippines.

Most of her time was spent underwater, diving and doing macro-photography, and the time above the surface included lots of kayaking and walking.

What made Emily's trip special was what she saw in the water; wonderpus octopus, mandarin fish, nudibranch and thresher sharks. She also felt so welcomed by the warmth and friendliness of the Filipino people!

The spots that turned out to be hidden gems were, Dauin - the perfect muck diving destination and Anda (Bohol), which offers a peaceful setting to enjoy a spectacular array of diving and has great land activities such as the chocolate hills.

For those that decide to venture to this fabulous destination Emily's top tip is to make sure you take cash with you as you will need this over there for certain things (extra baggage, environmental fees) and not everywhere has cash machines.

Check out our itineraries in the Philippines through our website in the link in our bio...

📸: Emily Chappell


Goby on zebra anemone by one of our own!  just returned from a whirlwind research trip in the Philippines. She checked i...
30/11/2022

Goby on zebra anemone by one of our own! just returned from a whirlwind research trip in the Philippines. She checked in on our favourite resorts, scouted out a few new ones and did some of the most incredible dives in the world, led by world class dive guides.

Her epic photos are a testament to her expertise in all things diving.

Head to the link in bio to plan your next dive holiday and collect shots like this for yourself!

Can you imagine coexisting in the same space as these peaceful powerful creatures?  Head to the link in bio to plan your...
05/11/2022

Can you imagine coexisting in the same space as these peaceful powerful creatures?

Head to the link in bio to plan your next trip for encounter like this.

And read on for how Ⅾaniel | Ocean Photography] got this shot!

‘The wind was howling, the swell was huge and the rain was pelting down as we were losing the last light of day. Hearing the call to slide into the water, I could make out two shadows down deep. Within seconds the shapes grew larger, and these two adults whales rose in front of us, coming within metres to slowly break the surface and look straight at us. One of the most breathtaking moments of my life, and something I will never forget.’

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A Lion’s Mane jellyfish hangs suspended in the water column as its fish inhabitants dart about in the safety of its stin...
27/10/2022

A Lion’s Mane jellyfish hangs suspended in the water column as its fish inhabitants dart about in the safety of its stinging tentacles. These mesmerizing beauties can grow up to two meters across, with tentacles stretching up to a whopping 40 meters. This means they have been known to stretch longer than a blue whale (the largest animal in the world)!

Have you ever found yourself hypnotized by the pulsing movements of these incredible creatures?

📷 .wandering

Baby Leopard shark out in the deep blue. Only 40-50 centimeters big, this little one is very new to its blue world. Spec...
23/10/2022

Baby Leopard shark out in the deep blue. Only 40-50 centimeters big, this little one is very new to its blue world. Special moments like this make you realize every dive has the potential for a once in a lifetime encounters. If you’re ready to plan your next dive into the big blue, head to the link in bio!

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Some images have the power to invoke such a sense of awe at the vastness of our oceans and the life that exists in them....
27/09/2022

Some images have the power to invoke such a sense of awe at the vastness of our oceans and the life that exists in them.

Diving let’s us experience a completely different world.

Ready to get back underwater, experiencing awe-inspiring moments? Head to the link in bio to begin planning your next expedition.

Amazing shots and huge congratulations to

chose this spectacular image as a 2022 winner in the wide-angle category.


‘DriftingFlying fish shot while drifting the Verde Island Pass, Philippines.’Ready to plan your next holiday to the Phil...
03/09/2022

‘Drifting
Flying fish shot while drifting the Verde Island Pass, Philippines.’

Ready to plan your next holiday to the Philippines? Head to the link in bio to learn more!

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Nice line up! When the view is this amazing from the surface, you know it’s going to be mind-blowing below the waves. Pe...
26/08/2022

Nice line up! When the view is this amazing from the surface, you know it’s going to be mind-blowing below the waves.



Perfectly timed shot by

We love sending clients to resorts that actively work on conservation.  - amazing coral restoration work. Traveling for ...
18/08/2022

We love sending clients to resorts that actively work on conservation. - amazing coral restoration work. Traveling for good is pretty easy when you’re doing it in an overwater villa in the Maldives.

Want to learn more about ecotourism and the resorts on the forefront? Head to the link in bio.

Have you heard of Hanifaru Bay? The Maldives is a known for its incredible underwater encounters, and at the top of the ...
14/08/2022

Have you heard of Hanifaru Bay? The Maldives is a known for its incredible underwater encounters, and at the top of the list is this UNESCO protected site, where manta rays congregate in the hundreds. Snorkeling here will see you surrounded by these majestic beings.

Head to the link in bio to learn more about diving and snorkeling with manta rays.

📷 credits: .and.mma



‘Striped marlin are like the cheetahs of the ocean. These incredible fish are estimated to swim at speeds of over 50mph ...
11/08/2022

‘Striped marlin are like the cheetahs of the ocean. These incredible fish are estimated to swim at speeds of over 50mph (80km/h). But they’re not only fast they’re remarkably agile and skilled hunters. Marlin will circle schools of fish, such as mackerel, herding them together into tightly packed bait balls as they drive them towards the surface before rocketing into the schools picking off fish one by one. But why push them to the surface instead of just using their incredible speed to chase them down? The surface creates a barrier essentially cornering the school and limiting the directions they can move. It’s also believed that the warmer surface waters might aid their hunting by causing the prey to lose stamina and speed. Have you ever seen a marlin while diving?’

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How many creatures do you see?This amazing shot was captured by the talented Mike Bartick] when a caprellid shrimp photo...
08/08/2022

How many creatures do you see?

This amazing shot was captured by the talented Mike Bartick] when a caprellid shrimp photobombed the portrait of a ‘Cinderella’ sea slug.

Inspired to go on a macro safari? Head to the link in bio to plan your next dive holiday!

📷 Mike Bartick]

30/07/2022

Though they aren’t rare, these cute little guys are one of our favourite things to find each time. Their constant dancing has earned them some pretty interesting nicknames around the world.

What do you call these dancing shrimp?

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We’ll done  for all your amazing work! After growing, fragmenting, outplanting and continuing research, reefs are slowly...
25/07/2022

We’ll done for all your amazing work! After growing, fragmenting, outplanting and continuing research, reefs are slowly recovering and similar projects are being installed all around the world.

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Amazing capture by Jules Casey] of a juvenile mosaic leatherjacket cruising with a heakel’s jellyfish.Amongst the stingi...
18/07/2022

Amazing capture by Jules Casey] of a juvenile mosaic leatherjacket cruising with a heakel’s jellyfish.

Amongst the stinging tentacles of the jelly, the juvenile finds safety from bigger predatory fish.

📷 Jules Casey]

‘The eyes you can see in the underwater world are just unbelievably beautiful! This is the eye of a Blue Spotted Stingra...
09/07/2022

‘The eyes you can see in the underwater world are just unbelievably beautiful! This is the eye of a Blue Spotted Stingray.’

Head to the link in bio to learn where you can dive with these vibrant rays!

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The puppies of the sea. Have you ever been in the water with one of these playful inquisitive creatures??Head to the lin...
05/07/2022

The puppies of the sea. Have you ever been in the water with one of these playful inquisitive creatures??

Head to the link in bio and explore our favourite destinations to make it happen!


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04/07/2022

What’s the number one rule in diving?

This turtle get it.

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‘Denise’s Pygmy Seahorses are one of the four species of Pygmy Seahorses that we get to see here in Raja Ampat! Did you ...
01/07/2022

‘Denise’s Pygmy Seahorses are one of the four species of Pygmy Seahorses that we get to see here in Raja Ampat! Did you know that can be found in more than 7 different hosts?’

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‘Life in the mangrovesA lava heron stealthily moves on the lava rocks, plucking an evening snack out of the water. I was...
01/07/2022

‘Life in the mangroves

A lava heron stealthily moves on the lava rocks, plucking an evening snack out of the water.

I was stalking this endemic Galapagos bird from the water for quite a while as it was rapidly spearing crabs and fish. Slowly, I tried to get closer to capture some of the action while emphasizing the beautiful and complex coastal habitat where terrestrial life converges and interacts with the sea life.’

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It takes a patient eye to find a seahorse. Spectacular shot captured by   📷
26/06/2022

It takes a patient eye to find a seahorse. Spectacular shot captured by



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Ornate eagle ray at Ningaloo reef. These guys are extremely elusive and always a special sight.📷
20/06/2022

Ornate eagle ray at Ningaloo reef. These guys are extremely elusive and always a special sight.


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When worlds collide! Have you ever seen the hunting techniques of the sky and sea?Repost 📷 .riccardo                    ...
16/06/2022

When worlds collide! Have you ever seen the hunting techniques of the sky and sea?

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Why not explore a new skill this year? Underwater photography takes intense patience, buoyancy control a great eye, and ...
12/06/2022

Why not explore a new skill this year? Underwater photography takes intense patience, buoyancy control a great eye, and some pretty awesome kit. It is also one of the most rewarding underwater skills which adds an incredible new creative level to every dive holiday. Not to mention the way photos and videos allow you to enjoy past dives again and again.

All Original Diving clients are sent a GoPro to document their underwater journey so that they can bring their aquatic adventures home to watch and share for years to come.

Head to the link in bio to plan your next dive trip!

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"At the Red Forest ..."‘An Emperor Shrimp - Zenopontonia rex living on a nudibranch - Spanish Dancer - Hexabranchus sang...
11/06/2022

"At the Red Forest ..."

‘An Emperor Shrimp - Zenopontonia rex living on a nudibranch - Spanish Dancer - Hexabranchus sanguineus.’

Bali, Indonesia.

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