The Mares Cruise Backpack Dry is a dive backpack from Mares – carries your gear on your back, hands free. Padded straps, waterproof lining, and enough room for a full kit make it the smart choice for getting to the dive site at Mabul’s world-class visibility.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | Mares |
| Product | Cruise Backpack Dry |
| Type | Gear bag |
| Material | Nylon / Mesh |
| Closure | Zipper |
| Waterproof | No |
| Best For | Dive travel / Equipment storage |
Key Features
- Padded shoulder straps: Comfortable carry even with a full load of gear.
- Waterproof lining: Keeps the inside dry on wet travel days.
- Multiple compartments: Organise your gear so you can find anything fast.
- Hands-free carry: Walk, climb, or hike to the dive site without putting anything down.
Suited for Malaysian Dive Sites
The Mares Cruise Backpack Dry is built to perform across Malaysia’s best underwater destinations. Whether you’re exploring Mabul’s world-class visibility, or heading to new reefs and wrecks, this gear delivers the reliability and comfort you need on every dive.
Care & Maintenance
- Rinse the outside after salt-water trips.
- Open and dry the lining fully before storing.
- Lubricate zippers with silicone spray if they stick.
- Store open and aired out.
Final Verdict
Hands-free travel to the dive site – the Mares Cruise Backpack Dry carries the load so you don’t have to.




Nurul Aini –
Used the Mares Cruise Backpack Dry for my last dive trip to Tioman, and everything stayed perfectly dry despite heavy rain on the boat. The padded straps made it comfortable even when it was packed full. Really impressed with the quality.
[email protected] –
Thank you, Nurul, for sharing your positive experience! We’re glad the backpack kept your gear dry and was comfortable to carry—let us know if you ever need further assistance.
Wei Ling Tan –
Is the external pocket on the Mares Cruise Backpack Dry completely waterproof, or just splash-proof? Planning to keep my phone in there.
Junhao Lo –
Hello Wei Ling, the external pocket is water-resistant but not fully waterproof. For electronics like your phone, we recommend using a dedicated waterproof pouch inside the main compartment for maximum protection.
Rajiv Menon –
The backpack is huge and fits all my dive gear easily, but it can get heavy when fully loaded. The sternum strap really helps balance the weight, though. Construction feels super solid.
Junhao Lo –
Thank you for your feedback, Rajiv. We’re pleased to hear you find the bag spacious and sturdy – and appreciate your note about carrying comfort. If you have any tips on packing or need advice, feel free to ask!