A year ago, Rocco and Simone (pronounced Simónay), the managers of the Pelagos 2.0 center in Lampedusa, invited us to explore undiscovered World War II wrecks located north of the island. They have a ‘mysterious’ map indicating many points marked by local fishermen, each corresponding to an unexplored wreck. For this expedition, they propose that […]
Choosing the right lens, especially underwater, is essential for successful photography. Here is a guide to help you make the right choice. Introduction Before diving, let’s recall some basics of optics and photography. My exchanges with photographers, whether novices or experts, have amazed me: many are unaware of the basic principles governing optics, especially in […]
A few months ago, the wreck of the Endurance, the ship of British explorer Ernest Shackleton, was found at 3000 meters depth off the coast of Antarctica, where it had been crushed by ice in 1915. This incredible discovery is the result of an extraordinary human and technological adventure, recounted by Nicolas Vincent, head of […]
Since 1966, the Department of Underwater and Submarine Archaeological Research (DRASSM), under the Ministry of Culture, has been overseeing the submerged French heritage. Located in Marseille, the cradle of underwater archaeology, the DRASSM opens its doors to let us discover its universe. An emerging discipline During the 1950s, underwater archaeology was born at the Grand […]
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991, Komodo National Park is renowned for its famous dragon lizards, these impressive creatures. The surrounding waters are a true haven for a multitude of reef fish, countless turtles, as well as sharks, manta rays, and other large pelagics, hosting up to 14 species of cetaceans. However, […]
Thousands of ships rest on the seabed. Among those accessible for scuba diving, some stand out for their size, state of preservation, and history. These wrecks have gained mythical status, becoming dream targets for any diving enthusiast. Let’s discover them across the oceans! Underwater Marvels Majestic, impressive, moving, and teeming with life, wrecks have fascinated […]
More than 80 years after its scuttling, the Umbria, a 153-meter Italian ship, remains almost intact. Made famous by filmmaker Hans Haas and Captain Cousteau, its wreck still houses an astonishing cargo of bombs, cars, and even bottles of wine. Origins of the Ship Built in 1911 by the Rieherst Schiffswerk shipyards in Hamburg, the […]
Their missions extend across France and beyond, to sites that are often difficult to access. Bertrand, Bruno, and Géraldine are part of the 2000 French divers, diving for up to 3 hours straight on sea sites, in dams, or even hydrocarbon tanks. Géraldine Parodi: at the heart of inspections « I often work in the […]
Between Parisian life and the sharks of South Africa, Morgane Petit made a bold choice. Enchanted during her first trip in 2015, she decided to leave everything behind to become a dive guide in what she considers her adopted country. Today, she runs her own travel agency, FIT TRIP Travel, to introduce others to the […]
In 2010, at the age of 20, I started diving while beginning my career as a video editor. This blend of passions quickly evolved, pushing me to want to spend every day underwater. During a screening in Paris, I met René Heuzey, an expert in underwater video, and decided to train alongside him for six […]
