Dive with us into Malta’s WWII history as we explore the wreck of the HMS Hellespont, a British paddle steamer built in 1910 and sunk during the devastating air raids of April 6–7, 1942. Today the wreck lies between 35–41 metres (130 ft) on a sandy seabed just off Fort Rinella—an accessible but atmospheric site for advanced and entry-level technical divers. Originally serving as a Royal Navy tugboat, the Hellespont worked in the Grand Harbour of Valletta when Malta endured one of the most intense bombing campaigns of the Second World War. After taking a direct hit, she sank in the harbour, was later salvaged, filled with construction debris, and scuttled again outside the port. Forgotten for nearly 60 years, she was rediscovered by divers in 1999. In this episode we team up with Watercolours Dive Centre (Sliema)—the same team who supported our dives on the Um El Faroud explosion site and the HMS Stubborn submarine. Together we drop onto the wreck to document its stern section, paddle-wheel shafts, midship debris field, and the eerie remnants of wartime cargo hidden beneath fallen hull plates. During the dive we uncover fused WWII ammunition, likely swept up with rubble during post-war cleanup operations. These artifacts offer a powerful reminder of Malta’s siege and the everyday vessels that became victims of the conflict. Join us as we dive the HMS Hellespont, share its little-known history, and continue showcasing Malta as one of the world’s most iconic destinations for WWII wreck diving. ⌚ Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 00:42 – Malta under siege 01:15 – History of HMS Hellespont 02:18 – Watercolours Dive Center 03:00 – Technical dive planning 04:30 – Descent to the wreck 06:20 – Paddle wheels & midsection 07:11 – Bow section and Boiler Tank 09:26 – Fused ammunition discovery 11:05 – Decompression & reflections 12:05 – Next Episode on the DiveSAGA Channel Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc ================================= ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: info@divesaga.com 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= 🔎 Keywords: HMS Hellespont, Malta wreck diving, WWII wrecks Malta, paddle steamer wreck, Valletta WWII history, War wreck diving, DiveSAGA, technical diving Malta, underwater history

A crack in the floor of a Maltese church tells one of the most unbelievable stories of World War II. And the wreck we’re diving today—an 80-year-old German Junkers 88 bomber—played a major role in that history. In this DiveSAGA episode, we head out three kilometers offshore and descend to 55 meters / 180 feet to explore one of Malta’s best preserved WWII aircraft wrecks: a German Junkers Ju 88, the same type of bomber responsible for dropping more than 15,000 tons of explosives on Malta between 1940 and 1942. But not all missions were deadly. On April 9, 1942, a Ju 88 dropped a 500kg bomb directly onto the Rotunda of Mosta—one of the largest unsupported domes in the world—while hundreds of civilians were inside. The bomb tore through the dome, bounced off a wall, and landed on the church floor… without exploding. This moment became known as The Miracle of Mosta. Today, we connect that miracle to history you can touch: ➡️ the broken tail section of the Junkers 88 ➡️ the cockpit, engines, and mechanical details still intact ➡️ the eerie silence of a war machine preserved on the sea floor ➡️ and the air-raid shelters beneath the Rotunda that protected civilians from these exact bombers This is a technical trimix dive (20/20 bottom gas, 50% and 80% deco gases), and the wreck requires a Heritage Malta permit. Our team—Nadine Bauer, Job Borg, Danielle Bertaggia, and Captain Mark—joins again to help document this unique part of Malta’s underwater heritage. Huge thanks to Visit Malta and underwatermalta.org for supporting this exploration. As we decompress, the wreck becomes a reminder of the 70–85 million lives lost in WWII… and of how the machines built for destruction now lie quietly underwater, being reclaimed by the sea. ⭐ What You’ll See in This Episode A rare German Ju 88 plane wreck at 55m The broken tail and main fuselage The preserved cockpit and rivet patterns The Rotunda of Mosta “miracle bomb” site This episode was made possible with the help of @VisitmaltaGozoComino 🇲🇹 ⌚ Here are the time stamps for you: 00:00 Introduction 01:02 World War 2 comes to Malta 01:34 Junkers 88 02:17 Leaving Port to go diving 02:55 Depth and Temperature during the Technical Dive 04:10 Starting the Dive 04:45 Tail Section of the Junkers 88 05:42 The Rotunda of Mosta 07:40 The Ju88 aircraft wreck body 10:16 Starting Decompression Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc ================================= ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: info@divesaga.com 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= Hashtags #scuba #diving #scubadiving #malta #underwater #divesaga #wwii #history

In 1918, a French ocean liner turned WWI troop transport — the SS Polynesien — was torpedoed by a German U-boat and sank off the coast of Malta. 107 years later, we’re diving down to 68 meters (223 feet) to explore one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic deep wrecks. Welcome to another episode of DiveSAGA. In this video, we travel to the island nation of Malta, a place shaped by centuries of conflict and maritime history. With the support of the Malta Tourism Authority and Underwater Cultural Heritage Malta, we descend to the SS Polynesien, a massive 152.5-meter (500 ft) World War One shipwreck resting in blue water 13 km off Valletta. This dive pushes our limits: raging currents, strict bottom time, Trimix gas, and a straight descent to nearly 70 meters. Our team of divers and photographers — Jon Borg, Daniele Bertaggia, Nadine Bauer, and myself — work together to capture never-before-seen imagery of this breathtaking underwater archaeological site. The SS Polynesien was built in 1890 as a passenger liner, later converted into a troopship, and sunk by German submarine UC-22 on August 10, 1918. Today, she lies preserved as a protected heritage site — complete with deck guns, cabins, cargo areas, a gigantic propeller, and countless details frozen in time. From battling currents, to exploring the stern gun, to filming this enormous world-war wreck before decompression obligations force us back to the surface, this dive is a powerful reminder of the human stories tied to Malta’s underwater world. If you're a diver, a history lover, or simply fascinated by deep wreck exploration, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos ⌚ Here are the Time Stamps for you: 00:00 Introduction 00:41 The Story of the SS Polynesien (1918) 01:44 Malta Tourism & Underwater Heritage 02:33 Loading the Dive Boat 03:54 Assembling the Technical Dive Team 05:42 Starting the Dive 06:14 The Wreck of the SS Polynesien 09:11 The Massive Stern Gun 10:19 The Propeller & Deepest point of the Dive 10:47 Decompression and Epilogue Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🌊 Explore Underwater Malta’s 3D Shipwreck Models: https://underwatermalta.org 📍 Locations & Partners Malta Tourism Authority Underwater Cultural Heritage Malta Valletta, Malta 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc ================================= ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: info@divesaga.com 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 🔎 Related Phrases: SS Polynesien WW1 shipwreck Torpedoed shipwreck Malta Deep wreck diving Malta 68m World War 1 wrecks in Malta Trimix dive to 68 meters Malta underwater cultural heritage wrecks French ocean liner WW1 wreck Best wreck dives in Europe 2025

Get your tickets for ADEX Singapore 10-12 April 2026 here: https://www.adex.asia/adex-big-blue-legacy-singapore-ocean-week-2026-singapore/ And join me there! The Cave of Le Cunhac | Cave Diving Adventure in the Dordogne, France Hidden beneath the tranquil waters of the Lot River lies Le Cunhac — a mysterious French cave system only accessible by crossing the river itself. In this DiveSAGA adventure, we explore the dark, milky passages of this karst spring-cave, deep in the limestone heart of the Dordogne and Lot region, also known as European Cave Country. Join Nick Derutter as he gears up with the KISS Sidewinder rebreather and X-Deep sidemount system to document one of France’s most atmospheric cave dives. From razor-sharp limestone formations to low visibility and haunting underwater drops, Le Cunhac tests both diver and equipment in equal measure. 🎥 Shot on the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 in 4K 60fps and color graded for cinematic realism. ⌚ Here are the Time Stamps for you: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Setting up Kiss Sidewinder Rebreather 02:15 Le Cunhac Dive Site 04:35 Attend ADEX Singapore 2026 with me! 05:47 Starting the Dive in Le Cunhac 06:57 Inspecting the Line 08:45 The Visibility isn't Great 10:20 Turning the Dive 11:46 Exiting from Le Cunhac Cave Dive Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc ================================= ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: info@divesaga.com 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= Hashtags: #cavediving #france #scubadiving #divesaga #kisssidewinder #xdeep #underwaterexploration #leCunhac #lotriver #technicaldiving #divetravel #frenchcaves #cavedive

This episode was made possible by Insta360. You can get your own Insta360 X5 here, and it supports the DiveSAGA channel: 👉 https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRGIFZ Today, we attempt a 1.6 km dive into the Gouffre de Cabouy, one of France’s most iconic cave diving sites. 🌍 Deep in the Lot region, beneath ancient castles and valleys, lies the hidden river of the Reseau de l’Ouysse — a 6 km underground river network with breathtaking tunnels, canyons, and underwater mysteries. Armed with DPVs, 360° cameras, and Kiss Sidewinder rebreathers, our team pushes deeper than ever before, facing silty passages, fragile cave lines, and the raw power of the underground. This episode captures the entire journey in one continuous shot, putting YOU right at the heart of this extreme dive. Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc ================================= ⌚ Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Gouffre de Cabouy 02:23 How to film 1.6 kilometers in one dive? 04:28 A Little Ruin by the Dive Site 05:54 My New Hauberk Heated Undersuit 06:47 Starting the Dive 09:33 Explaining the Way Points 11:25 New Territory 13:35 Turning the Dive 14:41 Gouffre de Pou Meyssen ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: info@divesaga.com 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= 🔎 Related Phrases: Cave diving, Lot region, Ressel, Gouffre de Cabouy, Cave Diving in France Hashtags: #cavediving #france #scubadiving #gouffredecabouy #extremediving #divesaga #hiddenriver #insta360x5 #insta360

Get your own Insta360 Ace Pro 2 via this link: https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRGIFZ L’ Emergence de Marchepied in France is one of the most legendary cave dives in Europe. With its notorious entrance restriction, divers risk everything to explore what lies beyond. Can we squeeze through this claustrophobic passage and reveal the hidden world inside Marchepied? In this episode of DiveSAGA, we take you deep into the Dordogne valley, where a small rock opening leads into one of the most infamous submerged caves in France. The first 40 meters (130 feet) of the dive are a brutal restriction: too tight to turn around, too risky for the unprepared, and responsible for several diving accidents in the past. Armed with our KISS Sidewinder sidemount rebreathers and several Insta360 Ace Pro 2 action cameras, we attempt to negotiate the squeeze, capture it all on camera, and continue toward the 500-meter (1600-foot) dry section at the end of Sump 1. Along the way, we’ll show you the true beauty of Marchepied: its winding tunnels, shallow summer waters, and hidden chambers carved by millions of years of erosion. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Cave diving is an extremely dangerous activity. Never attempt dives like Marchepied without the proper training, equipment, and experience. 👉 What do you think: is the beauty beyond the restriction worth the risk? Let us know in the comments! — ✨ Support DiveSAGA ✨ 🌊 Become a DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join 🎥 Unlock behind-the-scenes & member-only videos! 🛍️ Check out DiveSAGA gear & swag: https://dive-saga-scuba-diving-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/all — 📍 Dive Site: L’ Emergence de Marchepied, Dordogne, France 🤿 Type: Cave Diving / Siphon Diving ⏱ Dive Objective: Reach the end of Sump 1 (500m / 1600ft) ⚒ Equipment: KISS Sidewinder Sidemount Rebreathers, Drysuits, Technical Cave Gear ⌚ The Time Stamps For You: 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Marchepied 03:40 Insta360 Ace Pro 2 04:36 Gearing up for the Dive 05:30 The Restriction 07:44 Cave Diving in Marchepied 10:00 The Shallow Passages 11:04 Reaching the Dry Section — 🔥 Watch More Epic Cave Dives: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc — Keywords / Tags (naturally embedded for SEO): cave diving France, Marchepied cave dive, Emergence de Marchepied, Dordogne cave diving, tight cave diving, sump diving France, sidemount cave diving, rebreather cave dive, dangerous cave dives, world’s tightest cave dives, action camera — This is real cave diving, not polished perfection. Every bump, scrape, and squeeze is part of the journey. Join us as we test ourselves against one of France’s toughest cave entrances and discover what secrets Marchepied has been hiding. #cavediving #scubadiving #DiveSAGA #insta360 #insta360acepro2 #underwater #scuba #diving Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1

This episode was made possible by Insta360. You can get your own Insta360 X5 here, and it supports the DiveSAGA channel: 👉 https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRGIFZ L' emergence du Ressel in France is one of the most popular caves in Europe for cave diving. Cave divers travel here, to the Lot region from all over the world to explore this famous underwater cave. Let's explore what makes it so loved by many! Special thanks to our DiveSAGA ✨All Access Members: @tyhamby4761 @amazedbyoceans @IrvinOwensJr Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos Why Cave Divers Travel the World to Dive RESSEL in France ⌚ Here are the Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:53 The Lot Region 01:51 Setting up the Dive 03:15 Erosion Systems 03:56 Insta360 X5 04:55 Starting the Ressel Cave Dive 09:01 Deeper into the Cave 10:53 The Way Out 12:14 Outro Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Tj7atB9hllc ▶️ https://youtu.be/hLb7Yx23VTQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/TiLmFTtY6C4 ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ▶️ https://youtu.be/RljqOptI0HM ▶️ https://youtu.be/6FbJCPFEVVA ▶️ https://youtu.be/AEQY2Re4Bpk ▶️ https://youtu.be/b3kQ17JCR6w ▶️ https://youtu.be/3syjvLOaz5M ▶️ https://youtu.be/JEptbzSKCxY ▶️ https://youtu.be/QhbRgP2RIWc ================================= ✅ About Dive SAGA - Scuba diving. Welcome to Dive SAGA, your destination for world-class scuba diving adventures and education. Led by award-winning SCUBA instructor trainer Nick Derutter, this channel explores the depths of our planet through the lens of history, science, and travel. From cave diving, technical and wreck diving to ice diving and more, Dive SAGA is built for passionate divers. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first dive or an experienced diver looking to refine your skills, you'll find value in every episode. Dive SAGA features expert equipment reviews, career insights for aspiring dive professionals, and immersive footage from some of the world’s most breathtaking underwater locations. For Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: info@divesaga.com 🔔 Love scuba diving, shipwrecks, and deep-sea adventures? Hit subscribe for expert tips, gear reviews, breathtaking footage, and epic dive stories. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= 🔎 Related Phrases: Cave diving, underwater, scuba diving, ressel cave, lot region, france, tech diving, technical diving, tec diving #divesaga #scuba #diving #scubadiving #underwater #insta360 #insta360x5 #cavediving

Terrifying Final Mine Dive! Exploring Boh Yai's Deepest Secrets | Cave Diving Thailand Ep 4 #mineexploration #cavediving #thailandadventure Join this channel to support our SCUBA productions and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkADALL6YXv8sMv2JCO8sXw/join DiveSAGA ✨ All Access Members get: 🔊 Member shout-outs 🚩 Production Photos and status updates 🎶 Access to the DiveSAGA Soundtrack 🧪 Access to the SCUBA SCIENCE scripts 📄 Acces To Dive Debrief videos Have you ever wondered what it feels like to dive into an abandoned mine deep beneath the earth? Please visit my website to get more information: http://www.divesaga.com/ In this gripping final episode of our Boh Yai Mines exploration, we face our most dangerous dive yet in the haunting underwater mines of Thailand. After the recent earthquake disrupted our last mission, we're back to finish the job, setting up decompression habitats, staging critical bailout cylinders, and collecting essential underwater mapping data. As we descend beyond 100 meters in these unpredictable cave systems, the risks intensify, pushing our team of expert divers to their limits. This isn't just a dive; it's an exploration into uncharted underwater territories where nature’s power and mystery collide. Join us as we uncover the hidden dangers of mine diving, share critical cave diving techniques, and showcase the challenges of technical diving in extreme environments. I earn a commission from the following Amazon links: 🎥 CAMERA EQUIPMENT used to film this episode: Camera: https://store.insta360.com/product/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRGIFZ Microphone: https://amzn.to/4lF9FtY Lights: https://divelantern.com/lights/ USE COUPON CODE DIVESAGA 🧑‍🚀 SCUBA EQUIPMENT I USE https://www.amazon.com/shop/divesaga Regulators: https://amzn.to/470maYA Sidemount Harness: https://amzn.to/3GQOSQI Mask: https://amzn.to/3TKO7AL Dive light: https://amzn.to/476BlPM Fins: https://amzn.to/4752ToN Wetsuit: https://amzn.to/3Ru5SBc Special thanks to: Mikko Paasi ⁨ @mikkopaasi1840 , Patrick Widmann, Naomi Allen, Jordi Bardolet, Por Parasu Komaradat, Mika Lindstrom, Takashi Ishii, Carine Yeachyi Lu, Po-Chi Tsai DiveSAGA Soundtrack scored by @DeanKopri ⚠️ SCUBA diving and freediving in overhead environments without proper training is extremely dangerous. The divers in this video are trained professionals with decades of experience. This video is made for entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for proper training. Subscribe to Dive Saga for more breathtaking scuba diving adventures. 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@DiveSAGA/?sub_confirmation=1 ✅ Important Links to Follow 📰 Read SAGA MAGAZINE https://www.divesaga.com/magazine 📖 Get the BOOK "Career in SCUBA" https://amzn.to/32kpaja 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/divesaga Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/divesaga TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@divesaga Website: http://www.divesaga.com/ 📩 For business inquiries: info@divesaga.com ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://youtu.be/9z8W5Sox3_A ▶️ https://youtu.be/6x1k0Vw1LX0 ▶️ https://youtu.be/G3cY0QT2cSE ▶️ https://youtu.be/PnFPiF_g2QI ▶️ https://youtu.be/Oe3OlP6Z8-s ================================= 🔎 Related Phrases: Terrifying Final Mine Dive, Exploring Boh Yai's Deepest Secrets, Cave Diving Thailand Ep 4, How Dangerous Is Mine Diving, Boh Yai Mine Thailand Cave Diving, Extreme Scuba Diving Adventures, Underwater Cave Diving Thailand, Mine Diving Thailand Exploration, How To Explore Underwater Caves, Technical Diving For Beginners, Scuba Diving In Extreme Environments, Underwater Mapping Techniques, Diving With Decompression Habitat #mineexploration #cavediving #thailandadventure #scubadivinglife #underwaterexploration #extremediving #deepdiving #technicaldiving #underwatervideo #explorationdiving #scubadiverlife #scubadivingthailand #divesaga #mikko #bohyaimines 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Recap 02:01 Morning of the Final Dive 02:59 Taking Water Samples 04:13 The Dive Plan 05:08 Preparing the Dive Site 06:07 The Habitat 08:19 Staging Deco Cylinders 11:02 The Results & Epilogue