We track 12 dive operators in Fakarava. 3 teach certification courses (4 PADI, 3 SSI). 4 run snorkelling trips. 2 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Tautira, with 6. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 12. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  TOPDIVE Fakarava | 4.6(86) | none | none | PADI · SSI · CMAS | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 12 dive operators in Fakarava, with the biggest cluster around Tautira. 3 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (4 centres), followed by SSI (3). CMAS, NAUI, TDI also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $10 to $136 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
2 operators in Fakarava offer accommodation alongside diving.
4 of the 12 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
TOPDIVE Fakarava is a PADI 5-star dive center located in the village of Rotoava on Fakarava atoll. They offer a variety of diving services, including courses for all levels, technical diving, and freediving. They are known for their dives in the Garuae and Tumakohua passes, which offer encounters with sharks, manta rays, and other marine life.
Kaina Plongée is a dive center in Fakarava, French Polynesia, established in 2001 and operated by Vincent Perceval. They offer guided dives in the North and South passes of Fakarava, as well as day trips to Toau. The center emphasizes safety, environmental respect with an antifouling-free boat, and personalized diving experiences for all levels.
Te Ava Nui is a dive center located in Fakarava, French Polynesia. The operator offers daily diving excursions in the north and south passes of the atoll.
Tetamanu Diving is a dive center located in Fakarava, French Polynesia, known for its proximity to renowned dive sites in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. They offer guided dives and courses, with a particular emphasis on the abundant marine life and drift dives. The center provides an immersive diving experience in a pristine environment.
O2 Fakarava is a dive center located in Rotoava, Fakarava, French Polynesia. They offer diving services in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, focusing on the rich marine biodiversity of the passes and lagoon. The center provides guided dives and courses for divers of all levels.
Dive Spirit Fakarava is a dive center located in Fakarava, French Polynesia, within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. They specialize in diving the famous passes of Fakarava, known for their abundant marine life and strong currents. The center offers guided dives and courses for experienced divers.
Aqua Tiki operates as a liveaboard diving service in French Polynesia, primarily focusing on the Fakarava and Tuamotu atolls. They offer cruises aboard catamarans like Aqua Tiki II and Aqua Tiki III, providing accommodation, guided dives, and opportunities to see sharks, manta rays, and other marine life. Their itineraries are designed to maximize diving experiences in these UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.
Tetamanu Diving is located at the Tumakohua pass in the southern part of the Fakarava atoll. The operator offers scuba diving, snorkeling, and excursions alongside accommodation at the Tetamanu Village and Sauvage hostel.
Tetamanu Diving is located at the Tumakohua pass in the southern part of the Fakarava atoll. The operator offers scuba diving, snorkeling, and accommodation in traditional bungalows.
| 2 | Kaina Plongée | 4.6(154) | none | none | PADI · NAUI · SSI · CMAS · TDI | Visit |
| 3 | Te Ava Nui | 5.0(2) | none | $136 | SSI · PADI · CMAS | Visit |
| 4 | Tetamanu Diving | 4.1(26) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 5 | O2 Fakarava | 4.8(514) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 6 | Dive Spirit | 4.4(90) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 7 | Aqua Tiki | 3.8(17) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Tetamanu Sauvage | none | none | $10 | none | Visit |
