We track 21 dive operators in Vanuatu. 8 teach certification courses (8 PADI, 2 SDI/TDI). 10 run snorkelling trips. 6 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Port-Vila, with 4. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 21. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tranquility Island Eco And Dive resort | 4.5(58) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 21 dive operators in Vanuatu, with the biggest cluster around Port-Vila. 8 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (8 centres), followed by SDI/TDI (2).
6 operators in Vanuatu offer accommodation alongside diving.
10 of the 21 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.
Tranquility Island Eco and Dive Resort is located on Moso Island, Vanuatu, offering a PADI 5-star dive center with over 20 dive sites. They provide a range of PADI courses, daily diving, snorkeling, and other eco-tourism activities. The resort also operates a turtle sanctuary.
Big Blue Dive Shop is a dive center located in Luganville, Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu. They offer a range of diving services, including PADI courses, guided dives, and equipment rental. The shop is known for its experienced instructors and access to unique dive sites.
Big Blue is a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre located in Port Vila. The operator provides guided dive trips and a range of scuba diving courses for all levels using a fleet of three boats.
Allan Power Dive Tours is a dive centre and resort located on Espiritu Santo in Vanuatu. They offer recreational and technical diving courses along with guided tours of the SS President Coolidge shipwreck and other local sites.
Hideaway Dive Shop is a dive center located in Port Vila, Vanuatu. They offer diving and snorkeling tours, PADI courses, and equipment rental. The shop is known for its friendly staff and access to vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
Roawia Turtle & Snorkelling Tours is a locally owned business in Vanuatu focused on marine conservation and offering snorkeling experiences. They provide full and half-day tours, including opportunities to swim with turtles, explore coral reefs, and visit "Nemo City." The company also engages in marine rehabilitation projects and educational programs.
Tranquillity Island Eco and Dive Resort is located on Moso Island near Port Vila. The resort provides scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking activities alongside island-style accommodation. It operates as a PADI 5 Star Resort offering a range of diving courses and access to over 20 local dive sites.
Deco Stop Lodge is a lodge located in Luganville, Vanuatu, offering accommodation and likely dive services given its proximity to dive sites and other dive-related businesses. It is situated on Paiaporou Avenue and has a 4.5-star rating based on 92 reviews. The lodge is near the Northern Provincial Hospital and Deco Stop Restaurant.
| 2 | Big Blue Dive Shop | 4.8(100) | 5.0 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Big Blue | 4.7(143) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Allan Power Dive Tours | 4.9(128) | none | none | PADI · SDI/TDI | Visit |
| 5 | Hideaway Dive Shop | 4.7(50) | 4.5 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Roawia Turtle & Snorkelling Tours | 4.7(61) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 7 | Tranquility Island Resort | none | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Deco Stop Lodge | 4.5(92) | none | none | none | none |
