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What is OtterAquatics?
We are an online community for scuba divers and ocean lovers to learn about how to sustainably engage with our beloved big blue. Whether getting your feet wet for the first time, completing your divemasters, or looking to chase corals and ocean life across the globe, we’ve done the research for you.
Our community has been built by the passion of our founder, Austin, who was initially captivated by the ocean after making his first reef tank at the young age of 12. Four years later, and only 16 years old, he travelled to Hawaii for his PADI Scuba Certification. Now an experienced divemaster who has ventured to some of the best dive locations across the globe, Austin is currently working in the dive industy in South Florida, awaiting his next big dive trip.
SCUBA DIVING LOCATIONS
A Complete Guide To Scuba Diving In Miami, Florida
Miami, one of South Florida’s premier best dive locations with great weather and a little bit of something for everyone. It features
Complete Guide To Scuba Diving In Socorro
Scuba diving in Socorro is a parade of the world’s most exciting marine megafauna. Often referred to as The Galapagos of Mexico,
Ultimate Guide To Scuba Diving In Mexico
The scuba diving in Mexico is some of the most varied of any country in the world. Very few countries offer the
10 Best Scuba Diving Sites in the World
With over 70% of the world being covered in water, there’s plenty of places for us humans to scuba dive…
SCUBA DIVING LIVEABOARDS
Blackbeards Liveaboard Review
Today, we will review and share my experience with the Blackbeard Liveaboard Duo – The Sea Explorer and The Morning
5 Best Galapagos Liveaboards
With some of the best scuba diving in the world, Galapagos liveaboards are in a league of their own. But with so
5 Best Liveaboards In Komodo National Park
Whether you’re relatively new to diving or a seasoned scuba junkie, a Komodo liveaboard is a right of passage for
The Ultimate Guide To Liveaboards
If you’ve been immersed in the scuba diving world for a little while, you’ve probably heard about liveaboards. Considered by
SCUBA DIVING GEAR REVIEWS
Garmin Descent MK1 Review
Jumping into the once saturated dive computer market is the outdoor sports titan’s Garmin, with their Descent MK1. Is the Descent
7 Best Freediving Masks: Our Favorites For All Levels (2022)
One of the most important pieces of freediving gear you’ll need is a reliable freediving mask. While you could use
5 Best Snorkel Masks: Our Favorites Reviewed (2022)
The best snorkel mask will provide you with a crystal clear view of the underwater world, without ever leaking or
7 Best Dive Computers Compared: Buying Guide 2022
People always ask us, “what is the one piece of dive gear I should buy first?” Our answer is always
SCUBA DIVING SKILLS & TIPS
Steel vs Aluminum Scuba Tanks
Regardless of whether you’re planning on purchasing your first scuba diving tank, or just curious to know the differences between
Shore Diving Tips
I remember my first shore dive in Hawaii. I was at a scuba diving camp in Hawaii at 16, getting
9 Interesting Scuba Diving Jobs, Careers, and Side Hustles
It’s pretty natural to want to turn the incredible scuba diving hobby into a career. So we’ve compiled a list
Is Scuba Diving Dangerous?
Scuba diving is an exhilarating activity enjoyed by millions of people all over the world. From the amazing ocean landscapes
SNORKELING
Snorkeling Tips
Snorkeling is an incredible way to get a sneak peek of everything the underwater world offers without all of the
7 Best Freediving Masks: Our Favorites For All Levels (2022)
One of the most important pieces of freediving gear you’ll need is a reliable freediving mask. While you could use
5 Best Snorkel Masks: Our Favorites Reviewed (2022)
The best snorkel mask will provide you with a crystal clear view of the underwater world, without ever leaking or
Best Snorkels Reviewed: A Buying Guide 2022
You might’ve thought that shopping for a snorkel is as easy as choosing a color. Unfortunately… It’s not that simple.
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Steel vs Aluminum Scuba Tanks
Regardless of whether you’re planning on purchasing your first scuba diving tank, or just curious to know the differences between aluminum and steel scuba tanks,
15 Best Apps for Scuba Diving
Traditionally scuba diving has been quite a manual activity. From planning dives on an RDP table or dive computer to logging dives in a paper
Shore Diving Tips
I remember my first shore dive in Hawaii. I was at a scuba diving camp in Hawaii at 16, getting my PADI open water certification.
9 Interesting Scuba Diving Jobs, Careers, and Side Hustles
It’s pretty natural to want to turn the incredible scuba diving hobby into a career. So we’ve compiled a list of several careers, jobs, and
Is Scuba Diving Dangerous?
Scuba diving is an exhilarating activity enjoyed by millions of people all over the world. From the amazing ocean landscapes to the rare and beautiful
Din vs Yoke Regulators
When traveling and scuba diving around the world you will undoubtedly come across 2 different types of regulator valves, both designed to fix your regulator
Guide to Flying with Dive Equipment
Not everyone is so lucky to have accessible diving at home. Or maybe you’re tired of diving in your backyard and want to explore other
Scuba Diving Deep: World Records, Safety Tips, & More
In the world of scuba diving, deep diving is anything deeper than 18 meters (59 feet) according to PADI and SSI. For recreational scuba divers, the
Scuba Diving Calculators
Sometimes scuba diving requires some complicated calculations to be done.
Rather than get a headache trying to them all in your head, we’ve made some for you!
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