Imagine zipping around not on but underwater on a cool scooter, the Scuba bike from Scuba-Doo allows you to do just that and more. Unlike other Diver Propulsion Vehicles (DPV’s) where divers are required to be trained and wear heavy Scuba gear and equipment while using the contraptions, the Scuba-Doo doesn’t even need a dive mask let alone wear a BCD or scuba tank on your back.

The official Scuba-Doo website describes it as:

Scuba-Dooing means you don’t need to wear a mask or mouthpiece. The air tank and diving weights are on the Scuba-Doo motorised scuba bike.

You are seated on your Scuba-Doo, with your head and shoulders in a clear dome. Your air is constantly being replenished from a scuba tank, enabling you to breathe normally! (www.scubadoo.com.au)

At a rate of 2.5 knots and a max depth of 10m (32ft.) you can ride amongst the spectacular underwater world or remain stationary while you feed the fish. The best part about this underwater scooter is that it doesn’t require any specilized scuba training nor do you have to be a great swimmer to ride around on it. Even people with minor disabilities can enjoy this. All you need to do it sit on it and breath normally the fresh air replenished into the clear dome through the scuba tank carried on it, while enjoying the panoramic view of the underwater world. It’s an easy, relaxed and fun experience.

Released in 2004 for a whopping $17,000, the Scuba-Doo scooter is not exactly a scuba boy-toy for just anyone. It is however, a lucrative investment for resorts and tourist hire companies that buy the innovative high-tech toy to offer rides of about 60 – 90 minutes for prices that range from $50 to $65 on average.

So the next time you’re in Australia, Maldives, Malaysia, the Caribbean, Mexico, the Philippines or other tropical island resort, look out for these uber-fun scuba bikes to try out and go Scuba-dooing underwater! It’s a new and unique way to explore the ocean blues that comes with bragging rights.

*image source: www.impactlab.com