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Adventure enthusiast sharing my journey through the deep blue and the open road. Scuba diving, endurance training, and exploring the world one challenge at a time. Occasionally posting thoughts and curiosities that catch my eye. Dive in!
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Lalibela, Ethiopia – 2018 Some faces tell a thousand stories without saying a word. This moment stayed with me. #TravelPhotography #PortraitPhotography #Wanderlust #ExploreTheWorld #PhotographyLovers #InstaTravel #TravelGram #FacesOfTheWorld #HumanPortrait #CultureTrip #bluesky #photography

Camel train approaching Lake Assal, Djibouti – 2018. The rhythm, heat, and harmony of desert life. #Photography #TravelPhotography #DocumentaryPhotography #PhotographersOfBluesky #StreetPhotography #Africa #VisualStorytelling #Culture #EverydayLife

A turtle dives down after surfacing for air at Damaniyat Island. Calm, clear water and an easy glide back to the reef. #Turtle #Bluesky #UnderwaterPhotography #ScubaDiving #OceanLife #NatureLovers #MarineWildlife #ExploreTheBlue #WildlifePhotography #marinelife #NatureShot #UnderwaterWorld

Visited Sudan in 2018—this is Meroë at sunset. More pyramids here than in Egypt, built by the ancient Kingdom of Kush. Quiet, powerful, and full of history. #Sudan #Meroe #NubianPyramids #AncientAfrica #TravelAfrica #CulturalHeritage #HistoryLovers #DesertViews #OffTheBeatenPath #UNESCO #bluesky

Spotted this curious troop on Elephanta Island, Mumbai (2019). Moments like these remind you of the shared spark in all life. #WildlifePhotography #India #ElephantaIsland #NatureLovers #TravelIndia #StreetWildlife #BlueSkyNature #IncredibleIndia #WildlifeMoments #ExploreWithMe #NaturePortrait

A peaceful moment with a green sea turtle resting on the reefs of Tubbataha, 2024. One of nature’s most graceful residents in one of the planet’s richest marine sanctuaries. #Tubbataha #SeaTurtle #UnderwaterPhotography #MarineLife #ScubaDiving #WildlifePhotography #OceanLovers #DivingLife #bluesky

Locked in and laser-focused — a lioness moves silently through the golden grasslands of the Masai Mara, Kenya 2018. #lioness #masaimara #kenya #wildlife #safari #bigcats #africa #wildlifephotography #nature #animalphotography #travelphotography #safari #photography #bluesky

Face to face with sharks on a baited dive at Protea Banks, South Africa, 2024 — raw, powerful, and unforgettable. #sharks #underwaterphotography #diving #proteaBanks #southafrica #scubadiving #marinelife #adventure #naturephotography #sharkdive #wildlifephotography #bluesky

Up close with a Hamadryas baboon in the highlands of Eritrea in 2019 — calm, regal, and watchful. #baboon #wildlife #eritrea #nature #animalportrait #wildlifephotography #travel #closeup #naturephotography #animalphotography #wildlife #photography

Seagulls following the ferry, Mumbai. Taken in 2019 — calm skies, open sea, and quiet moments. #seagulls #mumbai #india #ferryride #bluesky #oceanview #nature #travel #birdwatching #peaceful #photography #naturephotography #travelphotography

“Photography is hit and miss for me—but sometimes the light, the moment, and the story all line up. Caught this in Chad, 2021. Pure luck.” #bluesky #travel #photography #sunset #wanderlust #goldenhour #beautifuldestinations #explore #adventure #africa #landscape #photooftheday #travelgram #moment

“Met this wise soul in a chimpanzee sanctuary on an island in Cameroon. These sanctuaries provide rescued chimps with a second chance—safe, wild, and free.” #Cameroon #chimpanzee #wildlife #nature #conservation #animalrescue #travelphotography #bluesky #wanderlust #wildlifephotography

Magical moment at Elphinstone—sharing the blue with a graceful hammerhead. No words, just awe. #bluesky #marinelife #nature #wildlife #shark #hammerhead #ocean #underwater #travel #adventure #explore #scubadiving #sealife #beautifuldestinations #naturelovers

“Approached slowly and calmly for this close encounter with a beautiful stingray in the Damaniyat Islands. Patience pays off when you’re in their world.” #bluesky #marinelife #nature #wildlife #ocean #travel #adventure #photography #underwater #sealife #oman #scubadiving

Snorkeled with this playful pod on the way back from a dive in Zanzibar. First dive trip after the world reopened post-COVID—pure magic. #Zanzibar #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterPhotography #MarineLife #Freediving #Dolphins #UnderwaterWorld #BluePlanet #Wanderlust #OceanLovers #WildlifePhotography

A serene moment in the Damaniyat Islands, Oman — a group of turtles gracefully feeding in the calm waters of this protected nature reserve. Never seen so many turtles in one place except here. #Oman #Damaniyat #Turtles #MarineLife #UWPhotography #ScubaDiving #Nature #Wildlife #Bluesky

An unforgettable moment witnessing a majestic manta ray gathering in Hanifaru Bay last year. These gentle giants gracefully glide through the plankton-rich waters, creating a breathtaking spectacle. #HanifaruBay #Maldives #ScubaDiving #DiveLife #UnderwaterPhotography #MarineLife #BluePlanet

Took the Seacraft GO for a spin in Musandam, Oman—pure adrenaline! Instead of avoiding currents, we chased them, hunting for the big stuff. DPV diving changes the game—fast, wild, and addictive! #MarineAdventure #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterWorld #DiveDeep #MarineLife

June 2024—Face to face with a Brindled Bass (Giant Grouper) while diving in Umkomaas. An absolute unit of a fish, completely unfazed by my presence. One of the reef’s true giants. #Scuba #BrindledBass #GiantGrouper #MarineLife #UnderwaterPhotography #OceanAdventure #Umkomaas #Bluesky #southafrica

An oceanic whitetip followed us towards the end of our dive at Elphinstone Reef and stayed with us as we waited to surface. A calm moment with a pelagic predator. #OceanicWhitetip #ElphinstoneReef #RedSeaDiving #SharkEncounter #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterWorld #BluePlanet #MarineLife

Dived at Noodles Reef in Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique—an aptly named, long, thin reef. This stingray calmly swam by. Mozambique surprised me; it’s a diver’s haven I need to explore more! #ScubaDiving #OceanLife #UnderwaterPhotography #DiveTravel #MarineLife #mozambique #PontaDoOuro

Spent some time with this octopus while diving in the Damaniyat Islands, Oman. Could watch them all day—there’s just something so fascinating about how they move and interact. #DamaniyatIslands #Oman #Octopus #MarineLife #UnderwaterAdventure #ScubaDiving #DiveLife #Bluesky #OceanConservation

Came across this Hawksbill Turtle while diving at Apo Reef in the Philippines earlier this year. Such a cool encounter—just cruising along and minding its own business! #ApoReef #Philippines #HawksbillTurtle #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterPhotography #MarineLife #DiveLife #OceanConservation #Bluesky

After over 20 years of diving, I finally had my all-time favorite encounter in 2021 —a whale shark in Musandam, Oman! It literally swam right into us. #Musandam #OmanDiving #WhaleShark #ScubaDiving #OceanLife #MarineLife #UnderwaterAdventure #BucketListDive #NatureEncounters #DivingDreams

Diving at Elphinstone Reef, Egypt, in 2023—encountered this hammerhead shark at around 43 meters, the dive computer’s beeping was a reminder of the depth. #ElphinstoneReef #HammerheadShark #RedSeaDiving #ScubaDiving #MarineLife #UnderwaterPhotography #DiveEgypt #OceanAdventure #DeepDive

Diving at Elphinstone Reef comes with stunning sights—and a bit of a traffic jam! Popular for a reason, this iconic spot never disappoints. #ElphinstoneReef #RedSeaDiving #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterAdventure #MarineLife #DivingEgypt #DiveLife #UnderwaterPhotography

Gliding alongside majestic manta rays at Hanifaru Bay, Maldives—a surreal experience in one of the world’s top manta aggregation sites. Pure magic beneath the waves! #HanifaruBay #Maldives #MantaRays #UnderwaterPhotography #MarineLife #ScubaDiving #OceanAdventure #WildlifeEncounters #Bluesky

Diving off Port St John, South Africa, while waiting for Sardine Run action, we encountered a massive group of Ragged-Tooth Sharks—an awe-inspiring experience underwater! #SardineRun #SouthAfrica #SharkDiving #MarineLife #UnderwaterAdventure #ScubaDiving #OceanLife #UnderwaterPhotography

Witnessed the breathtaking Sardine Run off Port St. Johns, South Africa! Dolphins in full hunting mode and even a majestic humpback whale passing through—nature at its finest. #SardineRun #PortStJohns #Dolphins #HumpbackWhale #MarineLife #OceanAdventure #UnderwaterPhotography #ScubaDiving

Dive of a lifetime at Protea Banks, South Africa! Oceanic Blacktip Sharks and Bull Sharks made this baited dive unforgettable. #ProteaBanks #SouthAfrica #SharkDiving #BullShark #BlacktipShark #OceanLife #UnderwaterAdventure #ScubaDiving #MarineLife #Sharks #UnderwaterPhotography #DiveSouthAfrica

Encountered a breathtaking Bull Shark while diving at Protea Banks in South Africa! #ProteaBanks #SouthAfrica #BullShark #SharkDiving #ScubaDiving #MarineLife #UnderwaterPhotography #Bluesky

Spotted this beautiful Giant Grouper while diving in Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique! #PontaDoOuro #Mozambique #GiantGrouper #MarineLife #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterPhotography #OceanAdventure #Bluesky

Up close with one of nature’s tiny marvels! This clownfish looks ready to share its thoughts as it peers out from its anemone home. Captured during an unforgettable dive in Duain. 🌊🐟 #DivingAdventures #UnderwaterWorld #MarineLife #DuainDiving #ScubaDiving #UnderwaterPhotography”

Throwback to my dream trip to Tubbataha earlier this year. Crashed a shoal of bigeye trevallies. Tubbataha’s a magical dive destination—pristine reefs, incredible marine life, and moments you’ll never forget. #ScubaDiving #OceanLife #Travel #Adventure #Tubbataha #StellaMarisExplorer