Trial Dive in Bouillante in the Cousteau Reserve

About the Activity

What to Expect

Discover the beauty of diving with this trial dive in Bouillante. This one-day course will introduce you to the world of diving. Together with a professional diver, you will learn the basics of diving, get to know the equipment, and explore the vibrant marine life and lush underwater flora of the region. The program includes a mix of theory lessons and practical dive in the stunning surroundings.

We will meet at our dive center where you will be warmly welcomed by our team. The session takes approximately two hours, beginning with a brief theory session where you will learn the essentials to start diving. After this, you will be fully equipped and ready for the boat trip to the Pigeon Islands in the Cousteau Reserve. Here, you will enjoy a 25-minute dive exploring depths between 3 and 5 meters. Our modern boats are well-equipped with safety gear, including an emergency kit, VHF, and oxygen supply.

The trial dives take place at the Pigeon Islands, a location renowned for its diverse underwater life. You will have the chance to spot a variety of fish such as parrotfish, surgeonfish, and triggerfish, along with beautiful corals and gorgonians. Our professional instructors accompany you at every step, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience regardless of your skill level. After diving, you'll return to the dive center, having gained a newfound appreciation for the underwater world.

This course qualifies you to:

• A trial dive does not qualify you for independent diving or any official certification. To dive without an instructor or go on more advanced dives, you would need to complete an open water certification course such as a PADI Open Water Diver.

How to get there

• Meeting place: At our diving center in Malendure Beach in Bouillante

• Meeting time: 30 minutes before the start of the activity

• Car parks nearby: within a 5 minute walk (paid)

Programme

On-site Theory Lecture:

You will learn all about scuba diving theory in a classroom setting at the dive centre with one of our instructors.

Practice Sessions:

We will meet at the dive centre, at the agreed-upon time, check you in and have you fill out the necessary paperwork, including the Medical Statement. When it gets to your first practical diving sessions in the pool, we will provide you with all the rental equipment you need. The exact schedule of your course is set individually, based on your progress with the theoretical part of the course and on how much time you have to spare during the following days. We will discuss this on your first day at the dive centre.

Course Content

• 1 theory lessons

• 1 practice dives in confined water

Included Services

• Certified FFESSM diving instructor

• High-quality diving gear (all you need for your dive: wetsuit, mask, fins, octopus, weights)

• Boat transportation to dive sites

Additional Services

• On request: Accompanying passenger on the boat (for a surcharge of 15€)

Requirements

• Minimum age: 8 years

• Swimming ability

• Physical health

• If you wear prescription glasses, you need to be comfortable wearing contact lenses

• Medical certificate

Bring Along

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat

• Water

• ID document

Good to Know

• Not suitable for toddlers, pregnant women and the elderly

• You are allowed to bring your own drinks and snacks

• Not suitable for people with bad heart conditions

• Not recommended for people who suffer from any back problems, or had any back operations

• Diving spot can change based on weather conditions