The 15 Best Scuba Diving Trips in Polynesia

1.Aqua Safari Introductory Helmet Dive (Underwater Walk)

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

Meet at Ferry and Boat Point or arrange pickup, then ride by boat to a coral garden in Bora Bora’s lagoon. After a safety briefing, you’ll walk about 10 feet underwater for 30 minutes in a clear helmet with a guide. Fish, rays, photos, and all equipment are included. No swimming, snorkeling, or scuba experience is needed.

“Great experience with the team. Had nice photographs underwater. They even gave us info on local festivals and things to check out.”

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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 exploring two Bora Bora sites, usually one in the lagoon and one beyond the reef. Certified scuba participants descend in small groups of up to five, with guides such as Pascal, Niki, or JP. Hotel pickup, equipment, tanks, refreshments, and free Nitrox for qualified users are included.

“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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3.Introductory Dive in Bora Bora (afternoon)

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

Spend about two hours learning scuba at Bora Diving Center by Eleuthera on Matira Beach. Instructors such as Manu, Amaury, Pascal, and Dan guide first-timers through a calm training session before a roughly 30-minute underwater visit with coral, fish, rays, and possible turtles. Pickup and equipment are included.

“Guides picked us up on time. Instructions were clear. No words to explain the experience. Just amazing. My kids enjoyed it a lot.”

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

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

At 2pm, you take a shared boat into Bora Bora’s lagoon for a private underwater session with an instructor such as Remi, Nicolas, Jane, or Ben. The two-hour package includes equipment, towels, water, a black pearl to present to your partner, and a professionally filmed and edited video.

“Our 1st time scuba diving with my 9 and 7 yr old children, had great experiences. My kids loved it. Great staff, very experienced, highly recommend”

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5.Introductory Dive

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

Spend two hours learning scuba basics with Bora Diving Center, then enjoy 30 minutes below the surface in Bora Bora’s lagoon. Your instructor, including guides such as Shanka, Dan, Amaury, or Jenny, stays close as you explore coral and tropical fish. Pickup, equipment, and fresh water are included.

“The dive was perfect and the instructor top of the bill! All in all a thrilling experience in a extreme friendly atmosphere!”

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6.1 Afternoon Dive for Certified Divers in Bora Bora

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

Join an afternoon scuba outing from Bora Bora Diving Center for a guided visit to either the lagoon or outer reef. You must hold a qualifying certification, have dived within the past year, and be able to descend to 18 meters. Groups are capped at five per instructor, with free Nitrox for certified users. Guides may include Nicholas, David, Flo, or Pascal.

“Great Captain and Dive Master David, made sure we had a safe and fulfilling dive. Lots of black rip sharks! The dive gear was prepped and ready, made for a all around excellent dive experience.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

At Eleuthera Bora Diving Center on Matira Beach, you and one partner receive beginner scuba instruction, equipment, and a guided underwater session. A cameraman films you above and below the surface, and each pair receives a Polynesian black pearl. Free car or boat transfers are arranged from your accommodation.

“Going to Bora Bora was my bucket list location, so we finally get there after visiting several other islands only to be greeted by a massive windstorm. So, I can not see the fish from the glass table in my overwater bungalow. Despite the aRead more”

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8.Combo Diving and Snorkeling Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

H2O Bora Bora takes you from hotel pickup to two morning scuba sessions and an afternoon of snorkeling. Guides including David, Max, Fred, and Hiro tailor the day to your level, while non-scuba companions can snorkel. The private boat carries only your group, with Mount Otemanu views from a motu stop.

“This was one of the best days diving (and snorkeling) that I have ever experienced. The team made it so easy - from equipment set up, to lunch, and making the boat so comfortable - our entire family had an incredible day. David immediaRead more”

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9.Combo Diving and Snorkeling Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

Join H2O Bora Bora for a private 3.5-hour outing with guide David or Aimee. You’ll make one scuba descent, introductory or certified, then visit two snorkel sites. Equipment, hotel pickup, towels, water, and a light snack are included, with time to adjust the pace to your comfort.

“My husband and I first experienced H20 Bora bora Snorkeling Tours in 2020 and were so impressed with how David the divemaster handled our time together, that we chose to use his company again to celebrate our 10th Wedding AnniversRead more”

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10.Morning 2 tank dive for certified divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 hours · from $227

Join a French or English-speaking instructor for two morning scuba sessions in Bora Bora. The plan pairs a lagoon visit, where manta rays or spotted eagle rays may appear, with an outer reef session where black-tip and lemon sharks are possible. Pickup, equipment, refreshments, and a maximum of five divers per guide are included.

“Super! Two dives with all the material alredy prepared. Que could see Mantarrayas and dive outside de reef”

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11.Baptism diving in the turquoise waters of Tahiti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $157

Meet at the InterContinental Tahiti Resort at 2 pm for a beginner-friendly first underwater session. A certified instructor such as Caroline guides you through the basics before you explore Tahiti’s turquoise water, colorful fish, and weightless feeling. The two-hour outing is limited to two people and welcomes beginners from age 8.

“Amazing first dive! The guide was so helpful and patient with me and the dive site is incredible! I only wish they offered pictures since I don’t have a GoPro but I did get some pictures taken on the boat.”

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12.Double Diving Adventure Exploration for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $240

Join Activiseas for two successive ocean or lagoon scuba descents near Tahiti, limited to five certified participants. Meet at the InterContinental Tahiti Resort at 8:00 am, use the supplied equipment, and return after about four hours. Guides help you spot turtles, rays, reef fish, and other local sea life.

“What an awesome crew and dive shop! Everything was excellent, shop, gear, boat, dive sites, and most especially everyone that took such good care of us!”

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13.Private Tour: Aqua Safari Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

Enjoy a private two-hour Aqua Safari in Bora Bora for up to two people. After a safety briefing, you’ll walk three meters below the lagoon surface wearing a helmet that lets you breathe normally without wetting your head. A qualified instructor guides you through coral gardens filled with tropical fish, with transport, towels, water, and equipment included.

“A descent into crystal clear and turquoise waters amidst the coral potatoes inhabited by a multitude of multicolored fish, in the company of Christelle who introduced us to Coco Channel, a very affectionate pastenague skate... An unforgettablRead moreAuto-translated”

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14.1 afternoon dive for certified divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $118Best value

Spend about two hours exploring Bora Bora with Bora Diving Center, including a 45 to 60 minute guided scuba session at 15 to 20 meters. Your site depends on sea conditions, and the underwater group is limited to five certified divers with the instructor. Transfers, equipment, and Nitrox for qualified users are included.

“The guide David was so nice and informative. We got to see Mantas, stingrays, turtle and napoleon fish. Amazing dive and very well organised.”

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15.Introductory Scuba Diving Experience in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $153

Learn basic scuba skills in Bora Bora’s protected lagoon with DEJEPS-certified instructors such as Nicolas, Olivier, and Tama. You’ll spend about three hours on the water, staying no deeper than 6 meters, with equipment, bottled water, snacks, soda, and champagne included. Pickup is offered, and groups are limited to four people.

“This excursion was what we had hoped for…a very personalized 30-minute “refresher” dive. We could have dived longer but I struggled with my claustrophobia… it never was a problem when I dove years ago, so having difficulty now surpriseRead more”

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