When I discovered that an underwater escape game had been launched near Toulouse, my curiosity was such that I couldn’t wait to sign up! Accompanied by two other divers, we transformed into detectives to unravel the mysteries of this unparalleled game in France. A Warning Important note before reading: To preserve the surprise for future participants, […]
Dive into the heart of the oceans and let yourself be carried away by the powerful breath of the giants of the seas in « Guardians of the Planet ». This exceptional documentary, narrated by the warm voice of Jean Dujardin, invites you to an immersive journey close to humpback whales, sperm whales, blue whales, gray whales, […]
Sébastien Salingue is an artist who skillfully combines his passions for scuba diving and comics. In his series « Divers », he humorously illustrates his experiences as an instructor, creating hilarious characters that captivate the audience. His character Lucas, who explores the sea at low tide, promises adventures that are both educational and entertaining. Sébastien enjoys inserting […]
Going offshore, in the dead of night, to explore dizzying ocean floors and capture images of incredible creatures… Such was my mission during my first Black Dive. Although my photos did not meet my expectations, the experience itself was memorable! A night of exploration At 9:00 PM, the sky is black and silent, illuminated only […]
Do you have doubts about the name of an animal encountered during your dives? A simple click on the DORIS website is enough! To deepen your knowledge of predation behavior, another click on DORIS… Whether you are a diver, scientist, teacher, amateur biologist, or simply curious, they all share this reflex. But who is behind […]
Recently, AILERONS association has welcomed apnea into its programs. For those who do not wish or cannot train in diving, observing species while freediving proves to be an accessible alternative. Equipped with fins, mask, snorkel, and wetsuit, new volunteers can join the team, thus lessening the burden of equipment sometimes deemed cumbersome. The DIRAIPO program: […]
Longitude 181 celebrates its 20th anniversary! Véronique and François Sarano, patrons of the 2023 Dive Show edition, continue their commitment. Together, they share their victories, hopes, and a new perspective on the marine world, with emotion and determination. Reactions to France’s position at COP27 François: This is a fantastic announcement! A strong political commitment that, hopefully, […]
Friends for 20 years, Julia Duchaussoy and Franck Lorrain, actors, divers, underwater cinematographers, and diving instructors, reunite on stage to give voice to the small creatures inhabiting our oceans with their show The Silent World Yells! We met them at the Avignon Off Festival, during one of their first performances. How did you get into diving? Franck : I […]
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 […]
