Protec Sardinia

17/07/2026

04/06/2026

Today, my article about the Bel Torrente Multi-Siphon cave system was published in InDEPTH Magazine, and I am proud to finally share it with the community.

This article tells the story of years of exploration, discovery, challenges, and teamwork in one of Sardinia’s most fascinating underwater cave systems.

A special thank you to Stratis Kas, who inspired me to write this article. Through countless interviews, discussions, and ongoing collaboration, we worked together to bring this story to life.

I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to my entire Protec Sardinia team and to all the explorers who have participated in the Bel Torrente Project over the years. Your dedication, hard work, and passion for exploration have made every achievement possible.

This publication is not just about a cave system—it is about the people behind the exploration, the friendships built along the way, and the shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of discovery.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey. There is still more to explore, and the story of Bel Torrente is far from over.

Link as well in Bio:

https://indepthmag.com/bel-torrente-cave-diving-thorsten-waelde/

05/05/2026

Days like this are what it’s all about.

Multiple programs running side by side—Full Cave TS Sidemount, Essentials & Cavern, and CCR Trimix—while a strong team of cave divers explores Bue Marino. Precision, discipline, and passion in every detail.

We’re proud to work with divers who value training, safety, and continuous growth—and grateful to share these moments with friends who’ve become part of the journey.

27/04/2026

Cave diving all day long 🤩🤙🏻 is what we love the most 😍

14/04/2026

*Second class is already underway.* Dani joined us from Switzerland for the most demanding training we offer: CCR Full Cave. It’s definitely not an easy course, but we’re passing on a ton of knowledge. Wishing him the best of luck for the weeks ahead 👍👊🏻

21/03/2026

Time to head back home 🏠 to Sardinia! Had an amazing time in Cebu, pushing limits and gearing up for the TS dive company visit. Get ready for more training, TS-style, with top-notch instructor trainers from Asia! 😎 Planning to grow TS presence in Europe, training more ITs. Interested in experiencing my unique TS system and philosophy? Hit me up!

19/03/2026

It’s kicking off! 😍 Protec Sardinia’s doors open late March, welcoming guests and friends back for the 2026 season! As a specialized cave diving center since 2005, we support cave diving in all aspects - training, research, exploration, you name it. Get in touch and let’s plan your cave diving adventure! Promise: exceptional service at Protec Sardinia. Easter’s got availability, flights are cheap... so what’s holding you back? Let’s go cave diving!

Es geht los! 😍 Die Türen von Protec Sardinia öffnen Ende März und wir heißen unsere Gäste und Freunde wieder willkommen für die Saison 2026! Als spezialisiertes Höhlentauchzentrum seit 2005 bieten wir Support für Cave Diving in allen Bereichen - Training, Forschung, Exploration und mehr. Meldet euch an und wir planen euren Höhlentauchurlaub! Versprochen: besonderer Service bei Protec Sardinia. Ostern ist noch Kapazität da, Flüge sind günstig... also, worauf wartet ihr? Auf geht’s zum Höhlentauchen!

# diving

18/03/2026

The last class is almost wrapped up - TS TEC Sidemount Instructor Training is coming to an end! 🔥 Today’s the final day of an intense 2-week program. We kicked things off with the IT training, followed by the first TS Summit, and now we’re finishing strong with the TS TEC Sidemount Instructor Course. The participants are amazing - total passion for diving, giving it their all in every session. And working with Asia’s top ITs? An honor! Loved sharing my style, my diving philosophy, especially sidemount. Can’t wait to see these guys spread the word in Asia! 😊