Dive· Hiva Oa· French Polynesia: Tuamotus, Marquesas, Gambier & Australs

Marquises Diving (Hiva Oa)

9° 48.2′ S · 139° 1.8′ W · approximate

Hiva Oa's family-run dive centre takes divers to volcanic reefs and manta sites around Hiva Oa and Tahuata, with packages that mix diving and Marquesan culture.

Practical

Position is the Tahauku quay pick-up area (approximate; the centre's base is not published). Website prices 'from' (2026): Exploration Marine €151, Immersion océan & traditions (dive plus cultural visit) €290, Plongées Experts €630. Book at marquisesdiving.com/reservation. The 2019 compendium listed +689 87 24 19 95 / +689 40 92 79 05 and said they can collect divers in Tahuata (verify). The 2026 brief also lists this operator. No dive shop or air fills exist on Tahuata or Fatu Hiva.

Best for

Guided diving and tank fills