Nadia Aly Photography & Video

05/13/2024

Comment “TONGA” to learn more about this trip! We danced with this whale for hours! How much more fun can one have?

Join us in Tonga, for the trip of a lifetime!

03/27/2024

It’s monkey time!!

Monkeys having a good time in Bali! Which photo is your favorite? 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5?

02/28/2024

Do you love cephlaopds? Well look no further! This is hands down the best dive in the world for cuttlefish. The dive takes place out of Whyalla in South Australia. You are looking at photos from the giant cuttlefish aggregration, that in fact you could snorkel or dive. The water temp is roughly 7 degrees celsius, and well worth it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⁣
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⁣The migration by these majestic creatures to these waters is for the sole purpose of spawning. Every year between May and August, they come in their tens of thousands to mate and reproduce, in the process creating an amazing spectacle of cunning games, predation, underwater light shows and colourful kaleidoscopic displays. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⁣
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⁣Commercial fishing almost destroyed this world class phenomenon, therefore the cuttlefish are protected during their breeding season between May and August. ⁣
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⁣-Cuttlefish are colour blind. They have ‘w’ shaped pupils which are thought to allow them to see both behind and in front at the same time.⁣
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⁣-Cuttlefish are not actually a fish. They are a cephalopod (Greek for ‘head-foot’), and their feet, or tentacles actually connect to their head rather than their body.⁣
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⁣-Cuttlefish have blue blood, 3 hearts, 8 arms and 2 feeding tentacles.

12/26/2023

A stunning cuttlefish surrounded by some beautiful reef in Indonesia. ⁣
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Join me on a and learn more about underwater photography, video or just to have some fun!⁣⁣⁣
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Trip info: 👉 👉 👉https://scu.ba/DiveTrips 👈👈👈⁣⁣⁣
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11/26/2023

Having an incredible time in Manitoba viewing the Northern Lights. Here are a few pics from the other night. The sky was dancing for us, it was unbelievable!!!

11/21/2023

You are looking at a beautiful nudibranch of the Goniobranchus kuniei species. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Sea slug is a common name for some marine invertebrates with varying levels of resemblance to terrestrial slugs. Most creatures known as sea slugs are actually gastropods, i.e. they are sea snails (marine gastropod mollusks) that over evolutionary time have either completely lost their shells, or have seemingly lost their shells due to having a greatly reduced or internal shell. The name "sea slug" is most often applied to nudibranchs, as well as to a paraphyletic set of other marine gastropods without obvious shells. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

There are more than 2,000 known species of nudibranch, and new ones are being identified almost daily. Their scientific name, Nudibranchia, means naked gills, and describes the feathery gills and horns that most wear on their backs. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Nudibranchs are simultaneous hermaphrodites, and can mate with any other mature member of their species. Their lifespan varies widely, with some living less than a month, and others living up to one year. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

08/15/2023

Comment "S***m Whale" to get trip info!

🐋 Dive into the Deep Blue Magic of Dominica! 🌊🇩🇲

Calling all adventure seekers and ocean lovers! 🌞 If you've ever dreamed of swimming alongside gentle giants of the sea, then Dominica is your ultimate destination. 🏝️ Join us for an unforgettable experience as we plunge into the crystal-clear waters to swim with the majestic s***m whales!

🌟 Why Choose Dominica for Whale Swimming? 🌟

Whale Paradise: Dominica's warm Caribbean waters serve as a residential haven s***m whales!

Get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

Responsible Tourism: Our guided tours prioritize the well-being of these incredible animals and their environment. We strictly adhere to respectful distances and non-intrusive practices to ensure a safe and harmonious experience for both humans and whales.

Eco-Adventure: Immerse yourself in the island's lush landscapes and vibrant marine life. Besides whale encounters, you'll have the chance to explore stunning coral reefs, hidden coves, and breathtaking coastal scenery.

Capture memories that will last a lifetime as you swim alongside these gentle giants of the sea. 🐋💙 Tag your adventure buddies and spread the word – Dominica's whale swimming experience awaits! 📸🌎

07/28/2023

Comment “tonga” to get trip info!

Humpback whale season is here! We still have space in September and October! There are a crazy amount of whales here in Tonga right now!

This year is epic! Join if you can!

03/31/2023

Tonga has just dropped their Covid vaccine requirement!! You can now visit if not vaccinated! Time to sign up for your humpback whale swim tour! DM for trip info. Link in Bio!

03/26/2023

Which one is your absoulte favorite and why?

Some macro shots taken in LEMBEH, Indonesia using a snoot. A snoot is like a tube that funnels light onto the subject.

01/09/2023

Take a moment and dip into this moment I filmed a few weeks ago. On this day we had over 15 sleeping s***m whales for hours. It’s a complete honor to have these animals trust you enough to sleep literally right beside you. Hands down the most incredible thing you can witness in our oceans!

Join me this March, April or December and swim with these amazing animals yourself. DM for info.

Taken under government permit.

12/01/2022

We’re settling the Apple Watch hype. Is the Apple Watch Ultra App for Diving Worth Buying?

Looking for an app that can help you track your dives? Look no further than the Apple Watch Ultra app! This app is perfect for diving enthusiasts who want to track their dives, depth, and more.

In this video, we'll explore the Apple Watch Ultra app and whether it's worth buying. We'll take a look at the features and see how it can benefit divers. We'll also discuss whether the app is suitable for beginner divers and whether it's worth the price tag. So what are you waiting for? Buy the Apple Watch Ultra app and start tracking your dives today!

This is my honest review of the Ultra Oceanic+ App and its features at work. Designed in partnership with renowned underwater innovators Huish Outdoors, the Oceanic+ app for Apple Watch Ultra puts a bona fide dive computer on your wrist. Made for recreational scuba diving down to 40 meters, with all the core features divers need. It’s also refreshingly easy to use.

11/22/2022

Check out the Sheba Hope Collective! This project is taking on one of the worlds largest coral restoration programs! Stay tuned to learn how you can be apart of this amazing project! Go ahead and Google Map search “Hope Reef” … did you find it ? Let me know in the comments!

08/29/2022

I've just reached 95K followers! Thank you for continuing support. I could never have made it without each one of you. 🙏🤗🎉

08/26/2022

08/24/2022

08/22/2022

Hands down my favorite wreck dive in the world! Watch this video to learn why!

08/12/2022

Join me in Tonga this or next year, and swim with these gentle giants yourself!
Visit HumpbackSwims.com or DM me for more info!

08/03/2022

A 2 minute compilation video of my time in Svalbard in May of this year.
Take a look and see what it's like to visit this amazing destination to see polar bears in their natural environment.

07/16/2022

Where was the last place you saw a whale?

07/15/2022

Discover what it’s like to visit the gray whales of San Ignacio Lagoon in Baja, Mexico!

07/12/2022

I think this is my all time favorite photo that I have taken. This is a hairy frogfish in the waters of Lembeh, Indonesia, taken with a snoot at night. I was lucky to find this beautiful animal and go back on a night dive to get this shot. He/she was sitting at a depth of 70 feet, with a slight current that helped lift the hairs the way they are shown.⁣
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06/19/2022

We had one of the most amazing s***m whale swims of my life yesterday! We got to spend some good time with my favorite whale in the world named Zammie. Pictured here is next to Zammie, who was vertical like this at the surface for about 15 minutes!

Happy Father’s Day everyone!
Taken under government permit.

Join me this December for my next tours! DM for details!

05/26/2022

The Galapagos! Have you been? If so, when? One of the most special places one can go! If you love animals this place is a must go, underwater and on land. Here are some of my favorite photos from some of my past topside expeditions.

I did this expedition on a land livebaoard, meaning you stay on a boat, and sail from island to island, to explore the topside animals over different islands.

Join me in 2023 for the most amazing dive trip around! DM me for details.

05/22/2022

Over 14 different polar bear encounters so far! This bear is one of my favorites. I named him digger, as he was digging in this snow for quite a while, until is next meal was found.

The quest of the polar bear has been one of the most challenging for me. First in Canada this February, and now in Svalbard. I am so so so sleep deprived, but it was well worth it! 24 hours of light, constantly shooting into the wee hours of the morning, our bodies are so confused 😂

05/19/2022

Today we had this polar bear for a few hours. He was digging in the snow for quite some time. We started wondering why this bear was wasting all this energy when there was clearly nothing below. About 15 minutes later he started pulling blubber out. There was some sort of animal below, it was amazing. This photos was taken after the feast. What luck to have this bear nap right by the water edge.

05/12/2022

Already we are so spoiled! We watched this entire scene unfold, and I have epic video footage of this hunt. Seeing this wild polar bear hunt this seal, is a once in a lifetime opportunity! I can’t wait to share the video with you in a couple weeks! We have a sliver of data connection, and I’m lucky to share this image with you! All the way from the high high north! Svalbard is beautiful!

05/08/2022

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums out there!!! Have a whale of a day!!