“You're not on the menu” — Thorsten Krause about joining the diving industry and encounters with sharks

Growing up in Papua New Guinea, Thorsten Krause developed a deep passion for diving after initial diving experiences in a German quarry lake. This led to a career in the diving industry, which took him from the tropics to the cold waters of New Zealand. In conversation, he talks about his personal diving journey, the challenges of entering the industry, coral restoration projects and unforgettable moments such as the Sardine Run in South Africa — surrounded by sharks.

Shot of a dive during the Sardine Run in South Africa. Credit: Morne Hardenberg

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„When we finished with a bait ball and I jumped back on the boat… I felt like I was going to explode!“

Thorsten Krause

Thorsten Krause mit seinem Hund am Strand in Byron Bay. dort hat er unter anderem ein Brezel-Business aufgebaut und ist tief involviert in der lokalen Community. Credit: Supplied