What is Freediving?

What is Free Diving - La Galigo Liveaboard

Freediving is the art of diving underwater on a single breath, without the use of breathing medium like scuba tanks. Unlike other forms of underwater exploration, freediving emphasizes simplicity and connection with the natural environment. It’s a practice that dates back thousands of years, with ancient cultures using it for hunting, gathering, and exploration. Today, […]

4 Best Methods to Enter the Water for Scuba Diving

4 Best Methods to Enter the Water for Scuba Diving - La Galigo Liveaboard

One of the common concerns of scuba diving beginners is how to enter the water safely and efficiently. There are several ways that divers can properly enter the water from a boat or platform. Don’t worry if your choice of entry method is different from other divers you know, as some divers may feel more […]

Trimix Diving: The History, Purpose and Percentages of Each Gas

What is Trimix Diving - La Galigo Liveaboard

Trimix is a gas blend consisting of helium, oxygen and nitrogen. It allows divers to explore depths that were once considered unattainable. The specific ratio of these three gases depends on the depth of the dive. In this overview we will delve into the aspects of Trimix diving so that you can make an informed […]

Can Diving Burn Calories? Factors, How Many Calories Burned

Diving Burn Calories - La Galigo Liveaboard

Can Scuba Diving Burn Calories? Here’s a cool fact. How many calories do I burn in a one hour dive? It’s about the same as a one hour jog, but it’s much more fun than that. If that sounds like a reason to justify spending more money on dive gear to your partner, then read […]

Technical Diving vs Recreational Diving, What You Need to Know

Technical Diving vs Recreational Diving - La Galigo Liveaboard

Diving is indeed a fun and challenging activity, when diving you can see various underwater species and a variety of unique coral reefs. But do you know about the different types of diving? In this article we will discuss the differences between recreational diving and technical diving that many may not know.  Most people are […]

What is Drift Diving?

What is Drift Diving - La Galigo Liveaboard

Drift diving is scuba diving that is guided by the water currents at the dive site. Drift diving can be a relaxing experience for divers who are already comfortable diving. Additionally, you can cover more ground on a drift dive as you conserve energy normally spent on finning through the water. Divers of all skill […]

10 Tips to Become an Eco-Friendly Diver

10 Tips to Become an Eco-Friendly Diver - La Galigo Liveaboard

As a scuba diver, there are many things that can be directly observed in the deep ocean. Scuba divers also have a responsibility for the sustainability of underwater life and its preservation. It is our responsibility to help wherever and whenever you can as climate change and increased pollution buildup has a major impact on […]

Scuba Diving Fear: Identification, Knowledge and How to Overcome Fear

Scuba Diving Fear - La Galigo Liveaboard

Although the underwater world is very beautiful and inviting to many people, many uninitiated people will be afraid to enter it. Scuba diving can cause many fears and apprehensions, such as the fear of the depths and the creatures that lurk underneath, which can be disturbing. You may also be afraid of equipment and things […]

How to Balance Airspace and Ear Pressure When Diving

How to Balance Airspace and Ear Pressure When Diving - La Galigo Liveaboard

As a diver, you know how important it is to balance your ears. If you are a beginner, your instructor will teach you this during your first dive. If you can’t do it, you won’t be able to dive safely and comfortably. This article explains the importance of balancing your ears to avoid further damage. […]