Diving Australia: A Guide to the Best Diving Down Under

Neville Coleman, Nigel Marsh

Tuttle Publishing, 2003 - Travel - 348 pages

Seasoned divers know Australia offers experiences unlike any other in the world, from unforgettable dives with fur seals in the southern seas to exciting trips in the pristine waters of the Great Barrier Reef. In this newly revised edition of "Diving Australia, Periplus' team of experienced authors and photographers take you on a comprehensive tour of dive sites throughout the continent, from coastal cities to faraway islands and reefs. From large pelagic predators to spectacular macro reef life, "Diving Australia has it all. This is the essential guide for divers and enthusiasts who want to explore the very best underwater excitement Down Under. Beyond the lush photography and vibrant writing, this invaluable guide contains descriptions and listings of the best dive sites in Australia. "Diving Australia has at-a-glance information on access, visibility, currents, corals, hazards, fish life, and dive highlights; more than 220 action-packed photographs; more than 80 detailed maps of dive sites; over 20 insightful features and essays on Australia's waters and marine life, and a comprehensive Practicalities section with revised, up-to-date travel advisories on accommodations, transportation, dive operators, and prices.

About the author

Nigel Marsh is the CEO of Leo Burnett Australia. He has worked for a variety of businesses, including a number of the world's top companies: McDonald's, Pepsi, British Airways, and Phillip Morris. He lives with his wife and children in Bronte, Australia.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Diving Australia: A Guide to the Best Diving Down Under; Periplus Action Guides
• Authors: Neville Coleman, Nigel Marsh
• Editor: Rod Ritchie
• Edition: 2, illustrated
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing, 2003
• ISBN: 9625933115, 9789625933115
• Length: 348 pages
• Subjects: Sports & Recreation / Scuba & Snorkeling; Sports & Recreation / Water Sports; Travel / Australia & Oceania; Travel / General; True Crime / Hoaxes & Deceptions