DIVE

PADI Certification Course

The PADI course is the most widely recognized scuba diving certification in the world. Scuba diving can unlock a whole new underwater world, where you can get up close and personal with beautiful corals and a wide variety of marine life.

Your scuba certification can open the door to diving adventures across the globe, including the stunning waters of Fiji. If you’re not yet certified, the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort offers the perfect opportunity to get started. We provide a variety of courses through the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), designed to give you the skills and confidence needed to fully enjoy the underwater world.

Highlights

All-level courses
Tailored dive programs
Expert PADI instructors
Jean-Michel Cousteau certified
World-class dive sites

Pristine coral reefs
Beginner-friendly dives
Advanced dive options
Resident marine biologist
High-quality equipment

Rich marine ecosystem
Half-day intro course
PADI Certification Courses
Small group training
Personalised guidance

Diving FAQs

At what age can you learn to Scuba Dive?

At L’Aventure Jean-Michel Cousteau Diving the starting age for learning to dive is 10 years old.

How long does it take to get PADI-Certified?

Once the online theory exam has been taken, the remaining water and practical scuba diving skills training takes two and a half days.

Can people dive without being certified?

Yes. We offer a short course - Discover Scuba Diving, which includes a 10-minute video, practising four basic skills in the pool, and a fun dive in the ocean. The whole programme takes four hours. This is NOT a Scuba Diving Certification course and student divers will dive under close supervision of PADI trained professionals.

How far are the dive sites?

The Namena Island Reserve is our most popular scuba diving site, located 20 miles from the resort, a 30-40-minute boat-ride each way. The Dream House diving location is 20-30 minutes each way. Additionally, there are several sites that take 10-15 minutes to get to. Lastly, the famous Golden Nuggets is only a 5-minute boat ride away.

What Divers Expect to see?

Savusavu Bay and its reefs have so much to offer. Every dive site has its own unique ecology and characteristics. Guests are encouraged to check with the Dive Master/Instructors for details regarding specific dive locations.

What is the daily Dive Schedule?

Morning 2-tank dive trips and training dive trips depart at 8:30am & 11:00am and return by 12:00-12:30pm. Namena Reserve trips depart at 7:30am and return by 12:30pm. If lunch is included, the departure is at 8:30am, returning by 1:30pm-2:00pm. Afternoon dive trips depart at 1:30pm, returning by 3:00pm. Night dive trips depart at sunset.

How Deep are the dives?

L’Aventure Jean-Michel Cousteau Diving strictly adheres to PADI standards. Divers are made sure to dive within depth limits according to their certification and confidence. We have wall dives with sheer drop-offs and sunken pinnacles spreading 100-200 metres in diameter with the top at 13 metres/40 ft and edges gradually sloping down from 18 metres/60 ft to 24 metres/80 ft.

Who can dive at L’Aventure Jean-Michel Cousteau Diving?

We welcome both guests and non-resort guests on diving trips.

How to contact and/or make diving reservations at L’Aventure Jean-Michel Cousteau Diving?

Dive Shop Phone: +679 885-0694. Open 7 days/week from 8:00am to 4:30pm
Danny Mobile/WhatsApp: +679 890-2492. Email: [email protected]
Aggie Mobile/WhatsApp: + 679 890-2491. Email: [email protected]