Top Five Scariest Things About Scuba Diving
Thinking about giving scuba diving a go? Diving is an amazing activity, hobby and sport; providing awesome opportunities for subterranean adventurers, marine wildlife researchers and deepwater explorers all over the world to reach the depths of our oceans, but the idea of getting into diving might seem pretty daunting!
Concerned about the cost of the kit? Worried about suffering from sea sickness? In our latest video, marine biologist and action mermaid Natasha Busjeet chats us through five of the most common fears for folk who want to start scuba diving, sharing her top tips for easing those worries and taking the plunge for the first time.
Watch the full video below to learn how to fix that beginner diver fear-factor, and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more tips, guides and gear testing to help YOU adventure better.
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