Dive Happy: The Best Places To Go Scuba Diving In Asia

The remote kingdom of Tonga in Polynesia is home to humpback whales for a few months each year. Tim Rock explains what it's like to be in the water with these amazing mammals.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/tonga-humpback-whales-podcast/

Widely regarded as the best dive location in the Philippines, the remote, UNESCO Heritage listed Tubbataha Reef is worth the effort the visit. Tony Exall explains why.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/tubbataha-reef-diving-podcast/

The Diver Who Fell From The Sky is Simon Pridmore's fascinating biography of Francis Toribiong, the man who put Palau diving on the map. Tim Rock discusses his contributions to Simon's book and his enduring friendship with Francis.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/palau-diving-francis-toribiong-podcast/

Diving in the Philippines' Sogod Bay is so good we're returning to Southern Leyte's best-kept secret, this time with underwater videographer Tony Exall

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/sogod-bay-diving-podcast/

LAMAVE (Large Marine Vertebrates Research Institute) has pioneered whale shark research in the Philippines through the collective efforts of volunteer helpers. Jessica Labaja explains LAMAVE’s ongoing research and education mission.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/lamave-volunteer-whale-shark-research/

Being a marine biologist sounds like a dream job for divers, but what's the day-to-day reality? Dr Simon Pierce describes what it's really like as a full-time occupation.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/dream-job-whats-it-like-to-be-a-marine-biologist/

Near to the Philippines’ Dumaguete City are not one but two outstanding dive areas - the famous Apo Island, and the macro heaven of Dauin’s coastline. Tony Exall outlines the merits of each.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/dumaguete-diving-podcast

Indonesia’s Komodo National Park is infamous for its strong currents underwater. Emma Tolmie explains how learning to ride the lightning can lead to the best dives.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/komodo-diving-podcast/

Yonaguni’s mysterious underwater monument has intrigued scientists and divers for decades. Is it natural or man-made? Florine from World Adventure Divers explains.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/diving-the-yonaguni-monument-japan/

Koh Lanta is the gateway to some of Thailand’s best diving, as well as being a great apres-dive location too. Joe Guilmette describes what makes Koh Lanta’s diving so special.

Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/diving-koh-lanta-podcast/