Diving in Mexico: A paradise between land and sea Mexico, famous for its exceptional landscapes, captivates travel and diving enthusiasts from around the world. Between majestic mountains, lush jungles, Baja California deserts, and mysterious cenotes of the Yucatán, this country offers a mosaic of fascinating settings. But the true magic also reveals itself beneath the […]
An impressive gathering Off the coast of Monterey Bay in California, sunfish sometimes gather by the dozens. These majestic creatures take advantage of waters rich in plankton to feed and, at the same time, become prey to predators like sea lions, who primarily target juveniles. The king of bony fish With a weight reaching nearly […]
Text and photos: Nicolas Barraqué Let yourself be charmed by the Keys, an archipelago of over 1700 islands and islets stretching 190 km south of Florida, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Only about thirty of these islands are inhabited, offering a unique blend of wild nature and island charm. Just an […]
Five centuries ago, 500 kilometers from Colombia, sailors discovered Malpelo Island, initially perceived as a castle emerging offshore. In reality, it was just the tip of a submerged mountain ridge stretching over 300 kilometers. At the time, they could never have imagined the richness of oceanic life hidden beneath the surface, over 4000 meters deep. […]
Banco Chinchorro is a biosphere reserve located at the far south of Mexico. It harbors one of the largest populations of American crocodiles, with about 500 individuals. These majestic reptiles can be observed in a preserved mangrove, as long as certain approach rules are respected. Journey to Xcalak My adventure begins with a landing in […]
Just a few miles off the California coast, Santa Catalina Island stands as an invitation to escape. Despite its popularity with tourists, it maintains an unexpected charm and reveals a fascinating underwater treasure: its kelp forests. These lush ecosystems host an iconic marine fauna, from the flamboyant Garibaldi to the mysterious giant sea bass, not […]
Exploring the Wrecks of Lake Superior: Technical Dives and Thrills By Sébastien PelletierPhotos: Ron Benson, Jitka Hanakova, Terry Irvine, Sébastien Pelletier, Jean-Pierre Richard, Sébastien Savignac, and Becky Schott.Mapping: Sébastien Pelletier Introduction: Diving into the Past of the Great Lakes North America’s Great Lakes, true inland seas, are full of fascinating wrecks that delight the most […]
To satisfy the discovery desires of the most curious divers, Abyssworld invites you to travel to British Columbia alongside Nicolas Barraqué, editor of Dive! and underwater photographer.
South of Miami, a string of about eight hundred islands and islets (the « Keys ») takes you from Key Largo to Key West. To the west, the Gulf of Mexico; to the east, the Atlantic Ocean where most of the diving and snorkeling sites are located.In immersionVery easy to access, the first islands are located an […]
