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Welcome to Big Ocean Dive (although most of you know us as Scuba Mike’s)! While our name is new, our values remain the same. We are proud of our spotless safety record, full-service scuba and freediving trips, and our specialized training. Our scuba team – Mike, Theresa, Menzi, and Tim – are here for you and ready to enhance your underwater experience!

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Southeast Asia is one of the world’s most exciting dive regions. One of the things we love about what we do is sharing new destinations with you. From our home base in Malaysia to Indonesia, the Maldives, Thailand and Brunei, enjoy the most worry-free trip you can imagine.

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Our Specialties

We offer a variety of courses for all types of adventurers. Whether you’re new at swimming or have a passion for diving, we have a course tailored for you!

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Families

There is no better shared family activity than diving. Starting at age 10, your family can explore the oceans together.
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Freediving

Training your heart, lungs, and mind to freedive — the right way — opens up a whole new world beyond scuba diving
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Adrenaline Junkies

Mike and Tim are both ex-pro commercial divers and know exactly how to keep you safe as you train to dive extreme depths.
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Even if you’ve been swimming your whole life, learning to swim efficiently is a skill that any diver needs to excel.
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OUR STORY

Based in Kuala Lumpur, Big Ocean Dive (originally Scuba Mike’s) was founded in 2015 by Malaysian-born American Michael Grossman, who started diving at the age of 15. He began his career as a commercial diver working in the United States, and eventually found his calling back home in KL as a dive instructor.
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Reviews & Testimonials

My daughter (12) and myself undertook the training to complete our Open Water Diver Certification. I must say from start to finish Mike, Tim, Theresa and Menzi were absolutely amazing. All the team were supportive, fun and super safety conscious. We really enjoyed the training sessions in KL, both theory and practical and was impressed at how professional these were presented. We headed to Koh Lipe on an organised Scuba Mike diving weekend with Tim leading the way and seven others, this was so that we could complete our open water dives. What a wonderful weekend, it was stress free with every little detail thought through so we could make the most of the weekend and enjoy our diving experience. This company I couldn’t recommend highly enough, they look after you ensuring that you have fun while learning to dive and do it in a safe manner, you can’t ask for better than that. We look forward to organising another trip away in the very near future.
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Donalda Stewart
What a fantastic way to learn how to scuba! As a nervous beginner, Scuba Mike's trainers were EXTREMELY patient and calm with me and got me, not only through the skills, but also very comfortable with the skills. Mike, Theresa, and Tim are so friendly, nice, and knowledgeable that they really become like family. The split picture of the two of us is right after our 2nd dive and my most dreaded skill, mask removal. What a fantastic way to learn how to scuba! As a nervous beginner, Scuba Mike's trainers were EXTREMELY patient and calm with me and got me, not only through the skills, but also very comfortable with the skills. Mike, Theresa, and Tim are so friendly, nice, and knowledgeable that they really become like family. The split picture of the two of us is right after our 2nd dive and my most dreaded skill, mask removal.
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Alanna Eastham
My husband, two daughters and I just got certified at Tulamben, Bali. Teresa was our main instructor and she was an exceptional instructor. She was very patient, kind and stressed on safety first which was the utmost important thing for me. She kept me calm when she noticed me panicking under water. Tim, is a very experienced diver and instructor. He knew exactly what to do when things got rough. Teresa and Tim make an excellent team. So happy we learned to dive under their instruction.
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Vanita G. Thiagarajah
We love scuba diving with Mike, Tim, and Theresa! They have certified our whole family and we have gone to some of the best underwater places on the planet with these guys! For expats in Malaysia, scuba is an awesome way to get to great destinations, meet great people, and really make the most of your opportunity abroad! Can’t say enough good things about these guys!
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Charles Jordan Pomeroy
My husband and I are just back from a really lovely diving weekend in Koh Lipe, The dive trip organized by Scuba mike was really enjoyable, The accommodation (hotel ) was great and right on the beach and a very short walk from the dive shop, The diving company they used was excellent and very professional, very thorough dive briefings and excellent dive instructors, I would definitely dive with them again, the food ( lunch ) provided on the boat was very tasty. Our group consisted of fun divers like ourselves and new divers who qualified on this trip, it was lovely to spend time with everyone, diving, sunset drinks and dinners out in the evening, We will definitely be booking more trips with Scuba mike’s. Thanks Tim and everyone for such a lovely weekend. Can’t wait for another one.
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Keeley Ellis
Our 2 boys aged 14 and 11 just completed their diving certification with Scuba Mike. Tim and Theresa are wonderful, patient, fun, encouraging instructors. Since my husband and I have not done a dive since I got pregnant with my 14 year old, we also took a refresher course with Theresa. The dive site was perfect. The organisation of the whole trip was seamless. Tim and Theresa made sure we were all comfortable and safe. Since I am still gaining my confidence and skills under water, the whole crew and my Co divers looked out for me. I even saw Tim talk to the local dive master to make sure I get on OK. A* experience so we will certainly be doing more dives with the company. Thank you for helping our kids gain confidence and easing my transition back to something I love!
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Joni Ferrier
What an excellent trip for our Open Water Dive experience in Koh Lipe! The whole trip was perfectly planned. What a treat to have everything taken care of (flights, food, accommodation, transportation). Thank you, Tim and Theresa, for making our diving experience a memorable one. Can't wait to go on another dive trip!
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Carolyn Young
Family friendly, professional and fun! We had a fantastic trip to the Maldives with both experienced and beginner divers. Memories for a lifetime!          
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Vibecke Garbin
My daughter (12) and myself undertook the training to complete our Open Water Diver Certification. I must say from start to finish Mike, Tim, Theresa and Menzi were absolutely amazing. All the team were supportive, fun and super safety conscious. We really enjoyed the training sessions in KL, both theory and practical and was impressed at how professional these were presented. We headed to Koh Lipe on an organised Scuba Mike diving weekend with Tim leading the way and seven others, this was so that we could complete our open water dives. What a wonderful weekend, it was stress free with every little detail thought through so we could make the most of the weekend and enjoy our diving experience. This company I couldn’t recommend highly enough, they look after you ensuring that you have fun while learning to dive and do it in a safe manner, you can’t ask for better than that. We look forward to organising another trip away in the very near future.
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Donalda Stewart
What a fantastic way to learn how to scuba! As a nervous beginner, Scuba Mike's trainers were EXTREMELY patient and calm with me and got me, not only through the skills, but also very comfortable with the skills. Mike, Theresa, and Tim are so friendly, nice, and knowledgeable that they really become like family. The split picture of the two of us is right after our 2nd dive and my most dreaded skill, mask removal. What a fantastic way to learn how to scuba! As a nervous beginner, Scuba Mike's trainers were EXTREMELY patient and calm with me and got me, not only through the skills, but also very comfortable with the skills. Mike, Theresa, and Tim are so friendly, nice, and knowledgeable that they really become like family. The split picture of the two of us is right after our 2nd dive and my most dreaded skill, mask removal.
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Alanna Eastham
My husband, two daughters and I just got certified at Tulamben, Bali. Teresa was our main instructor and she was an exceptional instructor. She was very patient, kind and stressed on safety first which was the utmost important thing for me. She kept me calm when she noticed me panicking under water. Tim, is a very experienced diver and instructor. He knew exactly what to do when things got rough. Teresa and Tim make an excellent team. So happy we learned to dive under their instruction.
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Vanita G. Thiagarajah
We love scuba diving with Mike, Tim, and Theresa! They have certified our whole family and we have gone to some of the best underwater places on the planet with these guys! For expats in Malaysia, scuba is an awesome way to get to great destinations, meet great people, and really make the most of your opportunity abroad! Can’t say enough good things about these guys!
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Charles Jordan Pomeroy

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Big Ocean Dive's First YouTube Video! Join us on Big Ocean Dive's First YouTube Video!  Join us on YouTube as Mike talks about the key differences between learning to dive at the island VS learning to dive in the city right here in Kuala Lumpur  Here's a snippet of the video. Watch the full video now! Link in bio 🐙🥳  #bigoceandive #scubadiving #exploretheocean #uwphotography #underwaterworld #indonesia #bali #nusalembongan #mantaray #discovertheocean #scubadivers #traveldiaries #lifeisbetteratthebeach #beachholidays #adventurediving #seaadventure #bucketlist #sunset #oceancreatures #divetrip #scubadivingtrip #discoverindonesia #padiopenwater #islandlife #vacation #resort #relaxandrecharge #ocean
“Never dive alone!” That’s what you’ll lea “Never dive alone!” That’s what you’ll learn in your first Scuba Class 🧑‍🏫🤿 This Valentine’s, you + your loved one can both become certified divers for only RM2800 (RM3600 before promo) 🐙🫶  Get RM800 OFF Instantly when you sign up for our PADI Open Water Promo package this Valentine’s! 💌✨  On top of that, you will also get FREE flowers or chocolates with a coupon worth RM100 to gift to your loved ones 😍💐💝  Who says planning for Valentine’s Day is stressful? 😙 We make it easy with our classroom and pool training, available 7 days a week in KL. Join us for a dive trip to complete the required ocean dives 🏝🌊😍  Don’t settle for less. Learn scuba diving from Big Ocean Dive - KL’s no. 1 PADI 5-Star ⭐️ dive center run by divers, for divers 🐙👌  👉 Don't miss out! Promo ends soon (until 14 Feb 2023 💝✨)  #bigoceandive #scubadiving #coupleswhotravel #scubadivers #learntodivekl  #learntodive #bucketlist #couplestravelgoals #adventureenthusiasts #valentinesgift #valentinesday2023 #romanticvibes #holidayactivities #couplesactivities #ocean #oceanlove #exploremore #couples #couplegoals #diving #divingphoto
We couldn’t have asked for a more epic way to ce We couldn’t have asked for a more epic way to celebrate the Lunar New Year 😍🏮🧧  With breathtaking views underwater and above, our dive trip at Nusa Lembongan was filled with adventure, great Balinese food, and a group of fabulous people 🐙❤️! There have been so many memorable highlights on this trip, and our team can’t simply pick out just one! 🤩  First, we fell in love with the sunset views at the Mahagiri Resort 🌅. Then Mt. Angun even showed itself with crystal clear water all around. But when Nusa Lembongan’s friendly Manta Rays decided to join our divers, we couldn’t stop admiring their majestic moves 😱✨  And to top it off, our students and Father-Daughter duo, Olivier and Cecile, even got certified on the trip for their Advanced Open Water and Junior Open Water! Congratulations to you both! 🥳👏  A big thank you to everyone who joined this fun-packed CNY trip in Nusa Lembongan 🙌😇  🐙
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@mariadofeldt  We look forward to seeing your guys’ pictures and reels! Tag us @bigoceandive -even if it gives our social media team FOMO 😝🤭  📸 @larzzizzle , @olivierfroux , @tim.warburton  #bigoceandive #scubadiving #exploretheocean #uwphotography #underwaterworld #indonesia #bali #nusalembongan #mantaray #discovertheocean #scubadivers #traveldiaries #lifeisbetteratthebeach #beachholidays #adventurediving #seaadventure #bucketlist #sunset #oceancreatures #divetrip #scubadivingtrip #discoverindonesia #padiopenwater #islandlife #vacation #resort #relaxandrecharge #ocean
🐠🐡2023 Dive Trips🐙🥳 Get ready to tick 🐠🐡2023 Dive Trips🐙🥳  Get ready to tick these dreamy destinations off your bucket list in 2023✍✅  After months of hard work and research; the *1st half of 2023 Dive Trips* are now open for bookings! ☀️  The new diving season has started and we're so excited to take you on your next diving adventure!  Get ready make your new best friends,  see beautiful Asia and go on an experience of a lifetime with our 2023 Dive Trips!  FEBRUARY
•Tioman Tekek (24th - 26th)  MARCH
•Tioman (3rd - 5th)
•Tioman (10th - 12th)
•Redang (18th - 20th)  APRIL
•Tioman (7th - 9th)
•*Phi Phi Thailand (8th - 11th)*
•Tioman (14th - 16th)
•*Bali (22nd - 25th)*
•Perhentian (29th - 1st)  MAY
•*Gili Asahan (4th - 7th)*
•Tioman (12th - 14th)
•Tioman (19th - 21st)
•Tioman (26th - 28th)  JUNE
•Redang (3rd - 5th)
•Tioman (9th - 11th)
•Tioman (16th - 18th)
•Perhentian (23rd - 25th)
•Kids Camp (26th - 30th)
•*Komodo (28th - 2nd)*  Don't miss out on this opportunity to make 2023 - the year of adventures. Book your spot now and join us as we dive into the underwater world 🐳💦  For more information and to book your spot(s), visit our website or contact us directly via DM 🔗 The ocean awaits! 🐠🌊  Stay Salty + Stay Adventurous,
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They say you never forget your first dive. At Tiom They say you never forget your first dive. At Tioman, we can guarantee that 😎🌴  🏝 Tioman Island has been the number 1 choice for many of our students' diver certification trips. And there are many reasons why Tioman is the perfect location for beginners. Sun, sea, and certified scuba diving – what’s not to love? 😍🤿🌊  🪸 Our 3-day dive trip in Tioman features some of the best dive sites in Malaysia. Stunning coral, beautiful beaches, and a relaxing resort in the shadow of the rainforest: it’s the perfect start to your lifetime love affair with scuba diving ❤  We promise – it’ll be the most enjoyable test you’ll ever take!  👉 Dive trips to Tioman:
•4th - 6th February (Tioman Tekek)
•24th - 26th February (Tioman Tekek)
•25th - 27th February (Tioman Tekek)
•3rd - 5th March
•10th - 12th March
•17th - 19th March
•2nd - 4th April
•9th - 11th April
•14th - 16th April
•22nd - 24th April
•12th - 14th May
•19th - 21st May
•26th - 28th May
•9th - 11th June
•16th - 18th June  ➡ Follow @bigoceandive for more Ocean and Asia Travel content 🐙🫧  #bigoceandive #scubadiving #exploretheocean #learntodive #learntodivemalaysia #tioman #malaysia #discovertheocean #scubadivers #scubaforbeginners #beachholidays #adventurediving #seaadventure #bucketlist #firstdive #padiopenwater #scubadivingmalaysia #divecenter #malaysiatravel #islandlife #vacation #resort #lifeisbetteratthebeach #relaxandrecharge
Big Ocean Dive wishes everyone - Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🧧🐇✨  @tim.warburton and @buddytolba are currently in Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia with a group of fantastic divers and friends. And we couldn’t ask for a better way to kick off the year of the Rabbit! 😍🥳  📸 This beautiful picture of Mount Agung was taken by @larzzizzle on the dive trip 🐙  👉 We’ll be posting more about the fun, dives, and fun dives from our CNY dive trip very soon.  Stay tuned and follow @bigoceandive for more ocean and Asia travel content! 💙  #bigoceandive #scubadivingtrip #scubadiving #discoverindonesia #nusalembongan #lunarnewyear #cny #yearoftherabbit #beachtravel #scubadivers #diverslife #scubadivinginternational #traveltheworld #travelinspiration #oceanlovers #divetrip #wonderfulindonesia #asiatravel #instatravel #traveldiaries #divingtime #divingindonesia #lovediving #instadiving #scubadivingaddicts #divetravel
Are you ready to tick the next dreamy destination Are you ready to tick the next dreamy destination off your bucket list? ✍✅ Our 1st half of 2023 dive trips are now open for bookings! 🥳  It’s time to explore South East Asia’s underwater world, on an incredible beach holiday with some fantastic diving ☀🌊  JANUARY
•Bali (21st - 24th)  FEBRUARY
•Tioman Tekek (4th - 6th)
•Tioman Tekek (24th - 26th)
•Tioman Tekek (25th - 27th)  MARCH
•Tioman (3rd - 5th)
•Tioman (10th - 12th)
•Tioman (17th - 19th)
•Redang (24th - 26th)  APRIL
•Tioman (2nd - 4th)
•Tioman (9th - 11th)
•Phi Phi Thailand (8th - 11th)
•Tioman (14th - 16th)
•Bali (21st - 24th)
•Tioman (22nd - 24th)
•Perhentian (29th - 1st)  MAY
•Gili Asahan (4th - 7th)
•Tioman (12th - 14th)
•Tioman (19th - 21st)
•Tioman (26th - 28th)  JUNE
•Redang ( 3rd - 5th)
•Tioman (9th - 11th)
•Tioman (16th - 18th)
•Perhentian (23rd - 25th)
•Kids Camp (26th - 30th)
•Komodo (28th - 2nd)  👉 Scrolled all the way down and didn't find the trip you were looking for? 🤔
Reach out to our team via DM – you name it, and we’ll handle it. From couple’s outings to group excursions, and daytime activities to dinners on the beach, we offer completely customized private tours – including epic diving with a dedicated dive crew ✨🧳🌏  Please note: we will be strictly following all PADI and MOH SOP’s.  Thank you,
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Nusa Lembongan’s ‘Devil’s Tear’ 👹💧 i Nusa Lembongan’s ‘Devil’s Tear’ 👹💧 is almost always the first suggestion when searching for hotspots on the island.  About a 5-minute walk from Dream Beach is Devil’s Tear, the main water attraction on the island. Here waves will crash up against the cliffs, and water will spray and mist into the air, giving you a break from the heat and some cool-air shots 🌬️  👉 Tip! Make sure you head around the corner on both sides, as there are more attractions and spots with fewer people.  Update: Our CNY Nusa Lembongan Dive Trip is SOLD OUT! We can’t wait to celebrate Chinese New Year beneath the waves in Nusa Lembongan with you guys! 🐇🏮  Missed your chance to secure your spot for the CNY trip? No worries! We have new exciting trips coming out very very soon for 2023✨ so stay tuned! 👀  ➡ Follow @bigoceandive for more Ocean and Asia Travel content 🐙🫧  #bigoceandive #liveadventurously #nusalembongan #divetrip #travelbucketlist #devilstear #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #oceanwaves #touristattractions #chinesenewyear #scubadivingtrip #beachholiday #ocean #asiatravel #travelasia #adventureholiday #exploreindonesia #holidaydestination

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