Water Sports

Is Vietnam good for scuba diving? Vietnam is a relative newcomer as a dedicated dive destination, however this adds to the element of adventure for those divers exploring this exciting destination. Pelagic sea creatures do not frequent this area but there is plenty of macro life and cool caverns to explore at Madonna Rock.

Can you scuba dive after getting a tattoo? The general recommendation is to avoid immersing your tattoo in water — other than showering — until the area has healed (the skin is no longer flaking), which can take several weeks. Going diving two days after getting a tattoo is not recommended due to the risk of infection.

Is Tamarindo good for scuba diving? The visibility is usually good throughout all the seasons of the year, it is normally anywhere from 6 to 23 meters, or 18 to 75 feet. We highly recommend bringing your underwater camera with you on your trip because diving in Tamarindo will be a great experience.

What swimsuit to wear scuba diving? Bikinis and One-Piece Women’s Swimsuits For female divers, bikinis and one-piece swimsuits are ideal because they hug the body tightly and don’t shift as the diver pulls on her wetsuit. The simpler the swimsuit, the better.

What part of Florida has the best scuba diving?

To Cave Dive: Devil’s Den and Blue Grotto.
To Dive with Sea Turtles: West Palm Beach.
To Find Shark Teeth: Venice.
To See Artificial Reefs: Miami / Fort Lauderdale.
To See the Living Reef: Looe Key.
To Explore Big Wrecks: Key Largo.
To Explore Historic Wrecks: Pensacola, Destin and Panama City.

Is scuba diving good in Singapore? The island country of Singapore is an emerging location for scuba diving in Asia, as it boasts of a rich diversity of marine life, multi-hued corals, and shallow waters. The diving courses in Singapore are less expensive when compared to those in the West, making it a tourist hotspot.

Does Sarasota have good scuba diving? The dive sites include local artificial reefs and natural areas. Depths are generally within open water limits (60′) and offer better visibility than the shore dives but does vary based on weather. Diving in the gulf is easy with little to no current and flat bottom topography.

How common are shark attacks on scuba divers? In fact, providing it’s done respectfully the odds of being attacked by a shark while scuba diving are minuscule. Despite the hype and horror stories, there are, on average around ten deaths caused by sharks per year, worldwide. And the majority of those are surfers or swimmers, not divers.

What should you never do while scuba diving? Never hold your breath while ascending. Your ascent should be slow and your breathing should be normal. Never panic under water. If you become confused or afraid during a dive, stop, try to relax, and think through the problem.

When should you do a scuba refresher? PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) recommends divers refresh their skills after 6 months of inactivity. Other diving organizations have similar recommendations.