
Marine Protected Areas: Why They Matter and Where to Dive
Marine protected areas protect reefs, rebuild fish stocks and offer some of the world's best diving. See what they are and the top MPAs to visit.
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Marine protected areas protect reefs, rebuild fish stocks and offer some of the world's best diving. See what they are and the top MPAs to visit.

Spotting rare marine species takes technique, patience and the right equipment. Learn how to find and approach shy and camouflaged animals responsibly.

A first dive trip can win a teenager over for life. See how to choose destinations, sizes and gear that make teenagers want to keep diving.

Combine mountain trails with reef time on a hike and dive trip. Learn how to plan gear, luggage and recovery days so both halves of the trip work.

Big animals in blue water or tiny critters on the reef? See how pelagic and macro diving differ, and the masks, fins and technique each one calls for.

Warm water diving means light wetsuits, reef-safe routines and simple gear. Learn how to plan and what to pack for tropical diving.

Family snorkeling starts with gear that fits small faces and builds confidence. Learn what to look for in kids masks, snorkels and fins.

From smarter materials to better fits, dive equipment keeps evolving. See the trends shaping the future of masks, snorkels and fins.

Bull sharks are found in warm coastal waters worldwide. Learn their behavior, the best destinations to see them, and the gear and etiquette for a safe dive.

Plan a liveaboard dive trip with confidence: what to pack, how to prepare masks, snorkels and fins, and how to care for gear at sea.
Products
The models most often ordered with the gear discussed in our guides.

The SR full face snorkel mask delivers a wide panoramic view with a food grade silicone skirt and PC lens. The ABS frame and breathing tube keep it light - 420 g (XS), 430 g (S/M), 433 g (L/XL) - and every unit ships in a mesh bag.

The EKA full face snorkel mask offers the same easy-breathe full face design with a food grade silicone skirt and PC frame. Available in S/M and L/XL adult sizes at 690 g, it ships in a mesh bag ready for retail or rental programs.

The EK full face snorkel mask combines a food grade silicone skirt with a PC frame and breathing tube. Available in S/M and L/XL adult sizes at 690 g, packed in a mesh bag.