Abyss Diving Service Sas, 意大利

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A few steps from the port of Rapallo, Giorgio and Raul have revolutionized Abyss, turning in diving's most innovative Ligurian landscape. The project was born from the experience of years and from having lived side by side and talked to thousands of divers.

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Stein

22/08/15 at 16:47

Second dive to complete the digital underwater photography specialty. The assignment was to focus on macro photography and the use of flash. In this case the in-camera flash unit only. A rather deep reef dive in search of smaller organisms to take pictures of. Since macro photography is not something I have practiced on land I found this part of the training more challenging, specially the focusing and maintaining perfect bouyancy to avoid blurred images. The reef was in good condition with many subjects to picture (macro photography also forced to see the subjects differently) I tried to get a really good pictures but at the end was not extremely pleased with the results, Still managed to get a couple of shots that will be usable after digital edition. This skill will require more practice, both on land and underwater. Towards the end of the dive I was cold so we had to ascend a bit to warmer waters. Still, the new wetsuit made a difference and managed to get a decent dive time out of my tank. It seems that SAC is improving a lot, the trick: relax!

Stein

22/08/15 at 11:45

This was the first dive pursuing the certification as digital underwater photographer. Before the dive, we completed the classroom session with the instructor and assignments for the dives were distributed: first dive: focus in macro photography and composition, don't use the flash and make sure you get at least one decent vertical and horizontal shot. A somewhat shallow dive that took us to a well preserved wreck. The anchor that is a clearly distinguishable feature of the wreck (as it is very well preserved) was part of the assignment for this dive. Also managed to get some good backlit shots, people (using the instructor as a model!) and landscape shot. I found that my previous photography experience was quite valuable for this kind of shots. Also, concluded that neutral bouyancy is key to avoid blurred images. The wreck is very nice and attracts quite a lot of marine life, we encounter large schools of fish of different kinds, also, the reef is well preserved and colorful. A nice location to practice photography. Also, this dive was the first with the new 5 mm wet suit. Quite comfortable and really made a difference to avoid being cold, I still have to find the right amount of weight to ensure neutral bouyancy,

Milly

30/05/15 at 13:50

Immersione didattica a Rapallo: Giulia e Matteo non ci hanno accompagnato perché dovevano tornare a Forte dei Marmi dal cane -.- Il mare era un po mosso e mi è venuta la nausea. Ho visto un sacco di stelle marine: due arancioni grandi e tantissime colonie di stelle marine cucciole ! Ha fatto da guida Minimax e non Diego e secondo me ci siamo un po persi ad un certo punto ahahahaha Tra le due immersioni abbiamo fatto una piccola sosta ma non abbiamo tolto la muta: stavo gelando e mi sono scaldata con una doccia calda al diving. Abbiamo poi mangiato alle cinque della focaccia e siamo partiti per tornare. Bergamo alle sei e mezza, era il compleanno di cicca!

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Stein

Vaud, Switzerland

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Posted on 24/08/15 at 17:56

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Excellent service, friendly staff and well organized

One of the best diving operators I've seen in Italy. very well organized, excellent facilities good service and equipment in top condition. I came here to complete the underwater photography specialty and I was expecting the traditional read the book and look at the screen presentation. What a surprise! I had the chance to work with and actual underwater photographer that made the experience much more interesting and valuable. My daughter came along to get some diving experience after her certification and the guide was extremely patient and caring. A wonderful experience specially for a novice young diver. We will definitely returning here for some more diving!

Fabrizio

Genova, Italia

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64 dives

Posted on 03/08/13 at 23:34

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Excellent

Highly organized, logistically flawless in every aspect, courteous and friendly, the relationship with the staff. Recommended for anyone who is in Liguria