The 15 Best Scuba Diving Trips in French Polynesia

1.Aqua Safari Introductory Helmet Dive (Underwater Walk)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · from $159Our pick

Walk Bora Bora’s lagoon floor in a special helmet, meet tropical fish and rays, and enjoy a gentle underwater adventure without swimming or scuba skills.

“Nice experience. Entire activity was well coordinated and organised. They explained instructions also clearly and assisted in entire experience. Only thing I regret is my little one could not make it to the experience and it happened due to him being unwell on the day. The company could not refund the amount paid due to last minute request.”

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2.2 Dives in the morning for certified divers in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · from $236

Review of Bora Bora’s two morning scuba sessions, with manta rays, sharks, small groups, hotel pickup, gear, and practical booking tips.

“Fantastic two dives. Especially the last one where We Got lucky and swam with 4 mantas . And a super nice crew”

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3.Introductory Dive in Bora Bora (afternoon)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · from $137

Review of Bora Bora’s 2-hour first scuba experience, with patient instructors, hotel pickup, coral gardens, tropical fish, and manta sightings.

“Great dive. The instructor was amazing. Shame one of the girl at the registration desk is quite rude. Dampened the end of the experience.”

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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

Review of Bora Bora’s romantic lagoon scuba outing, with a private instructor, black pearl, video, gear, and practical booking tips.

“This introductory dive with Ben and Remi was an absolute highlight of our trip to Bora Bora! As first-time divers, we were a little apprehensive, but Ben and Remi instantly put us at ease with their professionalism, patience, and good humor. The whole experience wRead more”

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5.Introductory Dive

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

Try scuba in Bora Bora with a patient instructor, coral garden visit, hotel pickup, full equipment, and 30 minutes underwater.

“Au top je recommande , j’ étais très angoissée pour mon baptême de plongée mais shanka a était super , il a su me rassurer dans l’ eau, tout en y allant étape par étape , j’ai donc pu profiter malgré mes grosses angoisses et appréhensions. Merci encore à lui pour sa patience.”

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6.1 Afternoon Dive for Certified Divers in Bora Bora

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $124

Review of Bora Bora’s two-hour afternoon scuba trip for certified divers, with gear, hotel pickup, small groups, reef or lagoon sites, and free Nitrox.

“Easy on time resort pickup, fun boat atmosphere, personable & knowledgeable dive masters, a must for novice and recreational certified divers!”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews

Try beginner scuba in Bora Bora with a private instructor, underwater video, free pickup, and a Polynesian black pearl for two.

“Everyone on board is very nice and helpful, we also like the video they make. Very nice first dive with them”

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8.Combo Diving and Snorkeling Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

Explore Bora Bora by sea with private morning scuba sessions, lagoon snorkeling, expert guides, and Mount Otemanu views for two.

“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

Review of Bora Bora’s private half-day scuba and snorkeling tour, with manta rays, hotel pickup, equipment, guides, price, and booking advice.

“David and Matte(sp?) guided us on a wonderfully day of scuba and snorkeling. It had been some time since our last dive and David took very good care to reacquaint us with the sport. We talked about options for dive site and made the decisRead more”

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10.Morning 2 tank dive for certified divers

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

Review of Bora Bora’s morning two-tank scuba trip, with lagoon rays, ocean reefs, small groups, equipment, and practical booking advice.

“Excellent dive place! Really liked the instructor, the service and the great dive sites.”

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11.Baptism diving in the turquoise waters of Tahiti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $158

Try Tahiti’s beginner underwater baptism with certified instructors, modern gear, colorful fish, and a small two-person group.

“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 $241

Explore Tahiti’s reefs on two guided scuba outings with Activiseas, small groups, quality gear, marine life, and flexible cancellation.

“I could not wait to get home to write a review for this group. First of all the location. You do not have to be staying at the Intercontinental hotel, but if you do, it is super convenient because it is a 3 minute walk from the hotel.”

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13.Private Tour: Aqua Safari Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

Review of Bora Bora’s private Aqua Safari helmet tour, with underwater walking, coral gardens, pricing, safety, transport, and booking tips.

“I just really really really loved this! I would recommend this attraction to any and everyone. This is a DON'T miss. Bring your underwater camera. If you don't have one it's ok. They take pictures of you that you can buy. No need for water shoes, it's a sandy bottom. This attraction rates up their with skydiving. Great bucket list item.”

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14.1 afternoon dive for certified divers

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

Review of Bora Bora’s two-hour certified scuba outing, with small groups, gear, transfers, Nitrox, and chances to see rays, turtles, and mantas.

“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 scuba basics in Bora Bora’s warm lagoon with certified instructors, small groups, hotel pickup, snacks, and a short underwater session.

“The dive was exceptional!! When we arrived at the pier the dive boat was right on time and it only took a few minutes to get to the dive site. We liked how nice and relaxed Nicolas was while giving us the pre dive brief putting us at ease. The Read more”

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