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date: 23 May 2025

Cave Diving 

Source:
Berkshire Encyclopedia of World Sport
Author(s):
Tom RobinsonTom ROBINSON

Cave diving is a type of technical diving in which specialized scuba equipment is used to explore underwater caves; it is often confused with cavern diving, in which the entrance to the cavern is kept within sight. The beauty and geological features of cave environments make for an exhilarating experience. The knowledge and judgment needed to cave dive safely mean that few people participate in the sport. ...

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