Our expert led diving adventures visit some of the best dive destinations including the Galapagos & Maldives, all in the company of either underwater photographers or conservationists. On these trips you can find out more about our ocean's precious marine life, or practice your underwater photography skills with professionals who can help you develop your skills. Check out all our small group expert led trips below.
MALDIVES MANTA RAY EXTRAVAGANZA
![Manta ray aggregation in Hanifaru Bay, the Maldives](https://www.regal-diving.co.uk/sites/default/files/indian_ocean_maldives_manta_ray_aggregation_underwater_danny_copeland_blog.jpg.jpg)
The Maldives is not only great for whale sharks - it's a hotspot for manta rays too, especially around the Baa Atoll in late summer and autumn. We are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to join marine conservationist and cameraman Danny Copeland on an extended liveaboard adventure to the northern atolls, timed to visit Hanifaru Bay when the reef manta ray aggregation is at its peak.
Trip dates: 11 Sep 2024
From £3650 per person (including return flights from the UK, 10 nights on Moonima liveaboard, all meals, diving & transfers)
Find out more about our Maldives Manta Ray Extravaganza
Galapagos whale shark expedition
![Whale shark in the Galapagos](https://www.regal-diving.co.uk/sites/default/files/latin_america_galapagos_whale_shark_jonathan_green_blog.jpg)
The ultimate trip for whale shark enthusiasts, this unique dive safari cruises the Galapagos Islands during whale shark season under the guidance of marine biologist and whale shark expert, Sofía Green Iturralde. In addition to wonderful whale shark encounters, insightful knowledge and presentations to enhance your experience, this trip also supports the crucial research of the Galapagos Whale Shark Project.
Trip dates: 23 Sep 2024
From £5295 per person (including domestic flights, 7 nights on Aqua Galapagos liveaboard, all meals, diving & transfers)
Find out more about our Galapagos Whale Shark Expedition
MALAPASCUA DIVE ADVENTURE
![Thresher shark in the Philippines](/sites/default/files/asia_philippines_malapascua_thresher_shark_blog.jpg)
Visit one of the best places in the world for thresher shark encounters on this diving holiday to the Philippines. Led by SCUBA magazine editor Simon Rogerson, this trip is ideal for underwater photographers of all levels and focuses on the dazzling coral reefs and delightful critters. Simon has previously researched the threshers of Monad Shoal and therefore has plenty of experience to share with the group.
Trip dates: TBC - please contact us for details.
From £2345 per person (including flights, accommodation, breakfast & diving)
Find out more about our Malapascua Dive Adventure
maldives whale shark extravaganza
![Whale shark in the Maldives](https://www.regal-diving.co.uk/sites/default/files/indian_ocean_maldives_whale_shark_basith_mohamed_blog.jpg)
Based at the magical Boutique Beach Resort on Dhigurah Island in th South Ari Atoll and limited to a maximum of just 12 divers, this unique trip offers the opportunity of multiple encounters with prolific megafauna plus some action-packed diving at some of the Maldives’ most famous dive sites. You’ll also benefit from the expertise of Chloe Winn from the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme.
Trip dates: TBC - please contact us for details.
From £2795 per person (including accommodation, all meals, diving & transfers)
Find out more about our Maldives Whale Shark Extravaganza
Muck & Magic with Saeed Rashid
![Nudibranch in Indonesia](https://www.regal-diving.co.uk/sites/default/files/asia_indonesia_nudibranch_saeed_rashid_blog.jpg)
Marine life lovers and underwater photographers alike will enjoy this diving holiday led by popular underwater photographer Saeed Rashid to Lembeh Strait. During our time here there are plenty of macro subjects to focus on such as nudibranch, seahorse, frogfish, mandarinfish and octopus. We're also offering an optional extension to Raja Ampat, perfect for sampling some of the finest diving in the Coral Triangle - contact us for more information.
Trip dates: TBC - please contact us for details.
13 days from £3,045 per person
Find out more about our Muck & Magic trip with Saeed Rashid.
To book any of the above trips, or to find out more information please contact our friendly team.
Images by Basith Mohamed, Saeed Rashid, Danny Copeland & Jonathan Green