The Coral Triangle is a story around the robust nature of the ocean ecology of South East Asia. This is markedly different to its similar namesake ‘The Bermuda Triangle’, an area steeped in mystery and dark superstition. There is no relationship between the two!!!

Now that is clear, what is the Coral Triangle and what is its significance on the ocean, on humanity, wildlife and (very importantly) on Scuba Diving in the region.

The Coral Triangle is a diverse collection of reefs that a dotted around the oceans of the Philippines, Indonesia (particularly Bali), Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste. Often referred to as the ‘Amazon of the Ocean’, this remarkable ecosystem in South East Asia hosts over 30 percent of the world’s coral reefs that span around 6 million square kilometres (2.3 million square miles). Humpback whales, Mola Mola, Manta and an array of exotic creatures call the Coral Triangle their home.