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The introductory dive

Your first dive, with an instructor, at the Aquarium: a calm site in the lagoon, away from the passes.

Your first dive

The introductory dive is for those who have never been certified. It is done with an instructor, at the Aquarium, away from the passes, and full equipment is included.

The « baptême + » is an introductory dive that is not your first one: you have already tried, without being certified, and you want to dive again with an instructor.

A coral head and butterflyfish
A colourful reef
The Tiputa pass and the Aquarium seen from space
Yellow fish above the sand
Bannerfish on the reef

From age 8

The introductory dive is possible from age 8: for children, let us know their age when booking.

A companion who doesn't dive can join a guided snorkeling trip or enjoy the club during your dive.

Frequently asked questions

What is an introductory dive?

It is a first dive, for someone who has never been certified. It is done with an instructor at the Aquarium, a calm site in the lagoon, away from the passes. Full equipment is provided.

From what age can you do an introductory dive?

Introductory dives are possible from 8 years old. For children, please give their age when you book.

What is the « baptême + »?

It is an introductory dive that is not your first one: you have already done a try-dive, without being certified, and you want to dive again with an instructor.

I am certified but haven't dived for a long time: should I do an introductory dive?

No: introductory dives are for people who have never been certified. A certified diver who has not dived for more than a year does a refresher, a re-familiarisation dive with an instructor.

I am travelling with a non-diver, what can they do?

They can do an introductory dive, or join a guided snorkelling trip: the Aquarium, drifts down the pass, then a search for the dolphins. They can also enjoy the club while you are diving.

Book

Tell us your dates, the number of people, your levels and the date of your last dive: we will reply with availability.