Pacific Islands · SCUBA DIVING

The 15 Best Diving Trips in the Pacific Islands

26 tours  ·  from $69

Passes with current, walls that fall away into blue and reef shallow enough for a first dive. These 15 cover the try dives and the certified trips, priced, with an honest note on what the boat ride is like.

Aqua Safari Introductory Helmet Dive (Underwater Walk) - The safety briefing and first step underwater
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Aqua Safari Introductory Helmet Dive (Underwater Walk)

1.Aqua Safari Introductory Helmet Dive (Underwater Walk)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · from $158Our pick

Aqua Safari takes you by boat to a shallow Bora Bora coral garden, where you walk underwater for about 30 minutes in a special breathing helmet. No swimming, snorkeling, or scuba experience is needed. Guides such as Tama, JP, Rémi, Séverine, and Sebastian provide instructions, assistance, and underwater photos.

“Very unique experience. Did this tour specifically because my friend wears glasses and can never snorkel and this gave her the chance to finally do it! Your head stays dry which is great. Recommend to take a go pro so you can take awesome close up pics of the reef. This is a great opportunity for those that do not scuba dive.”

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2 Dives in the morning for certified divers in Bora Bora - What the boat ride and pickup are like
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2 Dives in the morning for certified divers in Bora Bora

2.2 Dives in the morning for certified divers in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · from $235

Spend four morning hours with Bora Diving Center on two guided scuba sessions around Bora Bora, usually one in the lagoon and one beyond the reef. Groups are limited to five certified divers, with hotel pickup, equipment, refreshments, and guides such as Pascal, Niki, and Amoury. Manta rays, sharks, eels, turtles, and reef fish are possible sightings.

“This was an amazing dive company. I am so happy we booked with them. They were friendly, helpful, excellent underwater guides, and respected nature (didn't bait sharks, didn't allow any chasing of mantas). We saw so many mantRead more”

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Introductory Dive in Bora Bora (afternoon) - Learning to breathe and move underwater
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Introductory Dive in Bora Bora (afternoon)

3.Introductory Dive in Bora Bora (afternoon)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · from $136

Meet the Bora Diving Center by Eleuthera at Matira Beach for a two-hour afternoon introduction to scuba. Instructors such as Manu, Amaury, Pascal, and Dan guide first-timers through the basics before a supervised underwater visit to coral gardens and tropical fish. Hotel pickup, equipment, and drop-off are included.

“This was an amazing tour. I really enjoyed. Everyone was kind and respectful. Thank you for everything!”

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Certified Scuba Diving with Whitetip Marine Adventures team - Why a group of eight matters underwater
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Certified Scuba Diving with Whitetip Marine Adventures team

4.Certified Scuba Diving with Whitetip Marine Adventures team

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · from $221

Join Whitetip Marine Adventures from Denarau for two morning scuba dives around Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands. Certified divers can visit coral reefs and the Salamander wreck, with equipment, instruction, water, and snacks included. Groups are capped at eight, and Wise is one of the instructors praised for careful, personal guidance.

“Bring a towel and a dry change of clothes. They have all the gear you need but if you have a wet suite top it helps. The visibility is outstanding and the wildlife is amazing.”

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Guam's Best Beach Diving! Beginner and Advanced Dives - What happens at Guam Ocean Adventures in Piti
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Guam’s Best Beach Diving! Beginner and Advanced Dives

5.Guam’s Best Beach Diving! Beginner and Advanced Dives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $90Best value

Meet Guam Ocean Adventures in Piti for one or two beach-based scuba sessions at Dogleg Reef. Beginners learn with an instructor in water no deeper than 20 feet, while certified divers can visit WWII artifacts at 75 to 80 feet. Bob and Luis are among the guides, and equipment, water, showers, and changing rooms are provided.

“This was so great! We have never gone scuba diving before, only snorkeling but we have always wanted to try. Bob was so kind and informative and we felt so safe and really enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you for showing us how wonderful diving can be and inspiring us to do it more!”

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Romantic dive in the lagoon of Bora Bora. Private instructor on a shared boat - Riding Out on a Shared Boat
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Romantic dive in the lagoon of Bora Bora. Private instructor on a shared boat

6.Romantic dive in the lagoon of Bora Bora. Private instructor on a shared boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $479

Share a romantic scuba session in Bora Bora’s lagoon with a private instructor while riding on a shared boat. Guides such as Remi, Nicholas, Jeanne, and Ben help beginners feel at ease. You’ll receive gear, towels, water, a filmed and edited video, and a black pearl to keep.

“I don’t know how to swim, I had trouble breathing. Our instructor was excellent and patient, I still can’t believe how I was able to accomplish scuba diving. We had an awesome time!”

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Diving day - The first descent: marine life and unusual sites
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Diving day

7.Diving day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $264

Meet at Marina Taina at 8:00 am for two guided underwater descents around Tahiti. Certified participants may visit wrecks, reefs, walls, springs, or submerged valleys, with gear help, possible hotel pickup, and a return to the marina after about four hours.

“Rome and the staff were fantastic they made our “dive day”. I had issues with my ears and they worked with me to get some of the dive experience I was hoping for. They also spotted and showed us dolphins and a spring as well as the sea life in the lagoon. My husband had a blast on the second dive which they experienced a reef with excellent wild life and adventure. We would totally return to dive with them.”

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Introductory Scuba Dive experience - Whitetip Marine Adventures - Boat instruction before you enter the water
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Introductory Scuba Dive experience – Whitetip Marine Adventures

8.Introductory Scuba Dive experience – Whitetip Marine Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $230

Meet Andrew’s Whitetip Marine Adventures team at Port Denarau Marina for a five-hour ocean outing with two beginner scuba sessions. You receive equipment, boat instruction, and close support from guides such as Sharon and Monica. There is no pool practice first, and the minimum age is 10.

“We had an amazing experience for my daughters first dive. Monica and crew were amazing at supporting her through the whole dive so she felt safe and had a great time. The whole crew really want your dive to be successful from explanaRead more”

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Diving initiation - Learning to breathe and move underwater
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Diving initiation

9.Diving initiation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $162

At Eleuthera Tahiti Diving Center, you’ll spend about two hours learning scuba basics in Tahiti’s warm tropical water. The experience suits complete beginners and children age five and older, with a maximum of two participants. Instructors, including Nicolas and instructor C, provide equipment and underwater guidance, with hotel pickup available in some cases.

“Our instructor was very friendly and knowledgeable and made sure that we were extremely comfortable under the water. We saw many different fish as well as the manmade reef made from a sunken wreck and plane.”

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Bora Bora: Introductory Dive - The lagoon coral garden and 30 minutes below the surface
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Bora Bora: Introductory Dive

10.Introductory Dive

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 2 hours · from $147

Spend two hours learning scuba basics, getting fitted with full equipment, and exploring Bora Bora’s lagoon coral garden for about 30 minutes. Your English or French instructor, including guides such as Shanka, Dan, Amaury, or Jenny, stays with you throughout. Pickup and drop-off are included.

“Fantastique expérience de plongée avec ce club. Un grand merci à Dan, Amaury et Jenny pour leur bons conseils, gentillesse, et bienveillance. Je recommande à 100%”

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1 Afternoon Dive for Certified Divers in Bora Bora - Why a five-person group is worth having
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1 Afternoon Dive for Certified Divers in Bora Bora

11.1 Afternoon Dive for Certified Divers in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $123

Spend about two hours beneath Bora Bora’s lagoon or reef with an experienced guide such as Flo, Nicholas, Pascal, or David. Your instructor chooses the best site that day, supplies all scuba gear, and keeps groups to five divers. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and free Nitrox for qualified users make this a simple afternoon outing.

“Flo was a great dive guide! We had a fun time and got to see about 40 eagle rays swimming over us. It was incredible! The dive shop and divers here are amazing, and fun! Very patient with all skill levels. Highly recommended!”

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Romantic Dive for beginners in Bora Bora (2 people) with Video - What happens at Eleuthera Bora Diving Center
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Romantic Dive for beginners in Bora Bora (2 people) with Video

12.Romantic Dive for beginners in Bora Bora (2 people) with Video

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

You and a partner receive beginner scuba instruction at Eleuthera Bora Diving Center, then visit Bora Bora’s underwater world with an instructor. A cameraman records you above and below the surface. The roughly two-hour outing includes equipment, transfers, a personalized video, and a Polynesian black pearl.

“We had a truly magical dive. Our hosts were truly spectacular and nothing better for us than to have just the two of us with two dive instructors. We saw a sea turtle and as it was my first dive I got to finally scuba! Truly magical”

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Ultimate Shark Encounter Two Tank Dive at The World Famous Beqa Lagoon - Descending to the Arena at 25 metres
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Ultimate Shark Encounter Two Tank Dive at The World Famous Beqa Lagoon

13.Ultimate Shark Encounter Two Tank Dive at The World Famous Beqa Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $195

At Aqua-Trek in Pacific Harbour, you board a boat for two guided scuba sessions in Beqa Lagoon. Descend to the Arena at about 25 metres, where bull sharks, reef sharks, nurse sharks, and other marine life gather. A certified divemaster manages the group, explains shark behavior, and helps you stay calm and properly positioned.

“Amazing the crew is awesome .It was safe and easy diving. Never been so close to a shark. If you are a diver it is an experience of a lifetime”

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Experience Scuba Diving - No Certification Needed! - The gear and what it means for you
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Experience Scuba Diving – No Certification Needed!

14.Experience Scuba Diving – No Certification Needed!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $90

Meet Guam Ocean Adventures in Piti for a first-time SCUBA lesson in Apra Harbor. Your instructor supplies all gear, explains its use, and stays close as you explore coral reefs at about 20 feet. Groups are limited to four per guide, with one or two underwater sessions available. Luis and Bob are among the instructors guests have enjoyed.

“Great experience for those with no dive experience. The crew was very professional and focused on us the whole time. Would have done it again had time allowed.”

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Combo Diving and Snorkeling Full Day Tour - A boat day that works for mixed groups
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Combo Diving and Snorkeling Full Day Tour

15.Combo Diving and Snorkeling Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

H2O Bora Bora pairs two morning scuba sessions with afternoon lagoon snorkeling on a private full-day outing. Guides including David, Max, and Fred tailor the underwater time to your experience, while a boat ride, motu stop, towels, drinks, and equipment keep the day simple. Pickup is available, and the tour suits mixed groups of divers and snorkelers.

“My wife and I were referred by some friends to book with H20 months before we arrived. We did so with no regrets. We have dived everywhere in the Caribbean. This was our dream trip to French Polynesia and we spent 13 nights on three islRead more”

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