There is so much to explore on a diving holiday to Asia. From the pristine reefs of Raja Ampat to the marine life in the Philippines to the dragons of Komodo National Park. Here are our top picks:
Where to Go Diving in Asia
Where to go in Far East
Philippines
The Philippines has an incredible amount of variety in the form of WWII wrecks, pristine reefs, world-class muck diving and one of our favourites:...
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Luxury Hotels in Far East
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Si Datu Bua
Si Datu Bua, Silolona’s sister boat, allows guests to experience some of the best diving spots on the planet, while experiencing fabulous hospitality...
Tiger Blue
A beautifully crafted traditional Phinisi yacht, Tiger Blue is one of the fastest boats under power, and with luxurious teak fittings and billowing...
Arenui Liveaboard
The Arenui liveaboard is a traditional Indonesian wooden vessel sailing the waters of Komodo, Maluku, Raja Ampat, Banda and beyond to provide...
The Seven Seas Liveaboard
The Seven Seas is a 45-metre, traditionally built Indonesian sailing schooner built from the finest ironwood. Custom-designed, she is perfectly...
Lembeh Resort
Lembeh Resort provides the perfect place from which to explore the incredibly diverse marine life found in the Lembeh Strait of North-Eastern...
Alila Purnama
Explore the lesser known areas of the Indonesian Archipelago aboard a luxury liveaboard Phinisi ship, literal translation – super cool handcrafted...
True North
Based off the coast of Australia, True North offers some of the best opportunities for remote and unspoilt diving in Australia, Papua New Guinea...
Komodo Dive Resort
Komodo Dive Resort sits on the shores of Sebayur Island and is the brain child of two avid divers, Antonello and Stefano. After visiting Komodo...
Damai II
Dive Damai’s newest vessel, the My Damai II, was built in 2011 by Pak Hadji Baso a highly respected traditional Indonesian boat builder. With...
Kalimaya Dive Resort
In the heart of Indonesia, in one of the most exciting new diving spots on the planet, Kalimaya Dive Resort is offering guests a rare combination...
Mermaid II
Cruising the waters of Raja Ampat and Komodo, Mermaid II is a comfortable 108ft yacht with an experienced, professional dive crew.
Bunaken Oasis
Combining island luxury with some seriously impressive eco-credentials, Bunaken Oasis is paradise for anyone looking for a serene Indonesian...
Papua Explorers Dive Resort
A stone's throw away from some of Raja Ampat's best dive sites along the Dampier Strait, Papua Explorers Resort is the perfect option for divers...
Papua Paradise Eco Resort
Papua Paradise Eco Resort, based along the pristine shoreline of the uninhabited island of Birie, is the ideal retreat away from civilisation;...
Siddhartha Ocean Front Resort & Spa
Located on the calm, undeveloped east coast of Bali, set right on the beach and boasting more than 350m of house reef, Siddhartha Ocean Front...
Dive into Lembeh
Boasting two of the most famous dive sites in the region on its house reef – Hairball and Aw Shucks – Dive into Lembeh is a muck diver’s...
Ritz Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
The Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpar is a stunning example of timeless luxury, with relaxing neutral shades and top quality furnishings. This is the...
Amanpulo
Amanpulo Resort is Pamalican Island. The name means ‘peaceful island’, and it’s easy to see why. Pamalican’s 250 pristine acres are totally...
Ariara Island
Within this untouched spot in the Philippines, Ariara Island is a glamorous and blissful hideaway created to cater to your every wish. Hole-up...
Atmosphere Resort & Spa
Atmosphere Resort & Spa is a stunning property located on the shores of Dauin and is an excellent choice for both divers and non-divers alike.
Amun Ini
Amun Ini is hidden away in lush jungle, overlooking the crystal clear blue ocean. Located 55 miles northeast of Tagbilaran City this tropical...
Alami Alor
Alami Alor Dive Resort is an intimate hotel set in a beautiful marine environment.
Alila Manggis
A secluded, charming boutique hotel located on the east coast of Bali, Alila Manggis is nestled in a coconut grove between the sea and the towering...
The Oberoi Lombok
All rooms feature a private shaded terrace with garden or ocean views, sunken marble garden baths and butler service, while some also have private...
The Menjangan
Escaping the tourist track, The Menjangan is a peaceful luxury retreat located on the boundary of Bali Barat National Park – set just away...
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Explore the World’s Best RIB Diving
Imagine a boat that combines the best of both worlds - the stability of a hard-hulled vessel and the buoyancy of an inflatable one. That's what you get with RIB diving. RIBs - also known as RHIBs (rigid-hull inflatable boats) - are designed to glide through the water with unmatched agility…
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World’s Best Wrecks for Recreational Divers
The world's best-preserved and least-visited museums are hidden beneath the waves. For many, the fascination of wreck diving lies in the exploration of underwater relics suspended in the silent depths of the open ocean. These wrecks often bear the scars of wars, accidents, or have been…
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World's Best Easy Diving Destinations
No two dives are ever the same. Some dives may involve strong currents and limited visibility, while others offer swimming-pool-like conditions. Some destinations are prone to wind and big waves, while others have seas as still as glass. What may be a perfect dive one day might present…
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World’s Best Freediving Destinations in the World
While we regularly hop aboard our soapbox in support of diving, there's something liberating about leaving the oxygen tank behind and exploring the deep through freediving. Plus, learning to freedive makes you a better diver - you'll become more relaxed, minimise your air consumption and…
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Top Five Dive Destinations with Childcare
Free divers will know the buddy system and its 'one up, one down' philosophy. But do they also know that it has been borrowed and modified for travelling parents who don't want to miss out on deep sea action. With one parent diving down into the peaceful deep blue, the other stays on land on…
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