Ocean Travel

Diving the Galápagos Islands

Galápagos diving guide: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, and marine iguanas. Expert advice from a marine biologist who leads research trips.

Whale Sharks in the Galapagos Islands: A Guide for Divers

Whale sharks in the Galapagos Islands: when and where to see them. Research insights from the scientist leading the global tracking program.

Scuba Diving Galapagos on the Humboldt Explorer

Galapagos diving on the Humboldt Explorer liveaboard. Hammerhead schools, whale sharks, and marine iguanas at Darwin and Wolf.

Best: June-November

Diving & Wildlife in Australia

Australia diving and wildlife guide: temperate shark diving, Great Barrier Reef, and unique marine life. Insider tips from a marine biologist.

Wildlife Watching at Maleny on the Sunshine Coast

Wildlife watching at Maleny, Sunshine Coast. Where to see platypus, pademelons, and rainforest birds in Queensland's hinterland.

In Photos: The Birds of Eagleby Wetlands, QLD

Birds of Eagleby Wetlands, Queensland. Birdwatching guide to waterbirds, raptors, and bushbirds near Brisbane.

Wildlife Watching in Arakwal National Park, Byron Bay

Wildlife watching in Arakwal National Park, Byron Bay. Coastal heathland birds, wallabies, and easy walking trails.

Diving in Byron Bay, Australia: The World's Best Temperate Shark Dive?

Diving Byron Bay, Australia: grey nurse sharks, leopard sharks, and temperate reef life. A marine biologist's guide to Julian Rocks.

Best: Year-round

Wildlife-Watching at Binna Burra, Queensland

Wildlife watching at Binna Burra, Lamington National Park. Rainforest birds, pademelons, and ancient Antarctic beech forests.

Diving Indonesia

Indonesia diving guide: Raja Ampat, Komodo, and Bali. Marine biologist recommendations for the world's best coral reefs and marine life.

Diving Raja Ampat – A Marine Biologist's Guide to the best Diving Experience in the Coral Triangle.

Raja Ampat diving guide by a marine biologist who's dived it extensively. When to visit, top dive sites, marine life, liveaboard vs resort, and what to bring.

Best: October-April

Diving Komodo National Park, Indonesia: There Be Dragons

Diving Komodo National Park: manta rays, healthy reefs, and big fish. Marine biologist guide to Indonesia's top dive destination.

Best: April-November

Tulamben Diving: Exploring the Mucky Wonderland of Bali

Tulamben diving guide: USAT Liberty wreck and muck diving in Bali. Easy shore dives with incredible macro life and history.

Best: April-November

Diving & Wildlife in Mexico

Mexico diving and wildlife destinations.

Why Whale Sharks Swim to Cancun for Spring Break

Swimming with whale sharks near Cancun and Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Marine biologist guide to the world's largest whale shark aggregation.

Diving & Wildlife in New Zealand

New Zealand diving and wildlife destinations.

Rotokare Wetland Reserve: A Birdwatcher's Guide

Birdwatching at Rotokare Wetland Reserve, New Zealand. Native birds including kiwi, tieke, and hihi in a pest-free sanctuary.

Diving & Wildlife in the Philippines

Philippines diving and wildlife destinations.

The Thresher Sharks of Malapascua Island, Philippines

Thresher sharks at Malapascua: diving with these incredible sharks at Monad Shoal. Tips for the best experience from a marine biologist.

Wildlife & Marine Encounters in Tanzania

Tanzania whale shark and wildlife guide: Mafia Island marine encounters and safari experiences. Marine biologist recommendations.

Mafia Island Whale Sharks

Swimming with whale sharks at Mafia Island, Tanzania. Marine biologist guide to East Africa's best whale shark destination.

Best: October-March