r/diving

15K archived posts · Jan 2009 – Sep 2026

Scuba Diving and Snorkeling

r/diving

Welcome to r/diving - Your underwater adventure hub! Discover the ocean's treasures. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just dipping your toes into the world of underwater exploration, this subreddit is your one-stop destination for all things diving. Share awe-inspiring dive spots, jaw-dropping underwater photography, and thrilling dive stories. Seek advice on equipment, safety, and techniques, and connect with fellow divers from around the globe.

Created Jan 12, 2009

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#Welcome to /r/diving!

##FAQ:

Everyone has different questions about diving and beginning to dive. Don't be hesitant to post questions about beginning to dive!
This sub is not dedicated specifically to SCUBA or snorkeling, it's more for general discussion on every type of underwater recreation.
Want to only see pictures and videos, instead of self posts? Filter by Flair!
If your account is 90 days old and you have more than 30 karma in this sub, you can edit the wiki! Use this to add pages for newbies to the sub, and check out the wiki if you are a newbie.
Feel free to message the mods with any questions/comments about the sub!

##Rules:

Use Flair! -- Please flair your posts according to what type of content they are: either [Diving] (general media, photos/videos), [Question] (questions), or [Gear] (new gear / articles about gear use).
No Advertising. -- Discussing experiences with equipment and dive sites is fine, but directly advertising any service/equipment is strictly prohibited.
No Blogspam. -- This falls under advertising, please post direct links to content instead of content linked on a page wrapped with ads (you may be asked to delete your submission and re-submit if it falls in this category).
Respect is Key. -- We have no toleration for any disrespect of any user. Bans will be handed out for any bullying! Keep Reddiquette (www.reddit.com/wiki/reddiquette) in mind when posting.
Keep it Related. -- Please keep posts and discussions related to diving.

##Links / Related

We have a wiki that could use some help. If you're a frequent on the sub, feel free to message the mods for access.
r/SCUBA is a good place to go for SCUBA-specific content.
You should check out PADI for getting a SCUBA cert, or locating a dive shop near you.
Scuba shops are good for free diving / snorkeling equipment as well.
DAN (Diver's Alert Network) is the go-to for SCUBA insurance.
Subsurface is an excellent cross-platform dive log software for any diver!

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