Discover the Deeply Divine
Fully Equipped & Guided Scuba Dive Center
Cousine Island is an ideal destination for guests seeking to enjoy the idyllic waters of the Seychelles. Our island offers a range of diving options that cater to both novice and experienced divers, ensuring an unforgettable underwater adventure. Whether you prefer exploring our very own fringing 'house' reef or embarking on long-range diving trips to more remote locations, Cousine Island provides a diving experience that is both diverse and thrilling.
Our house reef is a popular choice for many guests. Located just off the shore, it offers convenient access to a vibrant underwater world teeming with marine life. Here, divers can encounter an array of colorful coral formations and a diverse range of fish species, all within a short distance from their accommodation. The house reef is perfect for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the Seychelles' marine environment without venturing too far from the island.
For those seeking more extensive underwater exploration, we offer long-range diving trips to some of the Seychelles' most renowned dive sites. These excursions take guests to deeper waters and more secluded locations, where they can encounter larger marine creatures such as manta rays, whale sharks, and various species of reef sharks. Each dive is an opportunity to witness the breathtaking biodiversity that the Seychelles is famous for.
Cousine Island is fully equipped to accommodate certified divers, providing all necessary gear and support to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Our professional dive team is dedicated to offering tailored underwater tours that meet the specific interests and skill levels of our guests. Whether you are a seasoned diver looking for a challenging adventure or a beginner eager to discover the wonders of the underwater world, our team will create a personalized diving itinerary just for you.
From the crystal-clear waters and stunning coral reefs to the diverse marine life and professional guidance, diving at Cousine Island is an experience not to be missed. Let us help you explore the hidden treasures of the Seychelles' underwater paradise.Not included in standard booking fees.
What equipment do I need?
You’re welcome to bring your own, but our scuba dive center is fully equipped with diving gear.
What is the best time of year for diving excursions?
Diving is available all year round, depending on weather conditions. Water is clearest during March, April, and November. See our Eco Calendar for details.
Ready to Go?
Book your guided scuba diving experiences during reservations or island team know during your stay.
EQUIPMENT
We have a range of brand new ScubaPro dive gear, including BCDs, regulators, fins and masks. Available are 2.5mm ‘shorties’ which are perfect for diving in the warm tropical waters of the Seychelles, as temperatures range from 26-32 degrees all year around. For those divers who do get a little chilly, we can arrange long diving suits. For added comfort, please feel free to bring your own dive gear, which can be stored in our air-conditioned dive hub.
DIVING PROTOCOL
Before each dive, guests receive a briefing and plan for the chosen dive site. Dive sites will be chosen based on both the whole group’s experience level and sea conditions. Therefore, we ask that certified divers please have their certification cards and logbooks available. For those who haven’t dived in a while, we are happy to offer refresher dives in the pool.
In respecting the island’s philosophy, we ask that all our divers respect the marine environment and follow the guidelines provided by the dive leader, to ensure we do not disturb the delicate marine ecosystem below.
SAFETY INFORMATION
We aim to provide our guests with a personal diving experience and therefore we typically take dive groups of up to 4 guests at a time. All dive groups are supervised by professionally certified divers, all of which are fully insured. Our dive boats are all equipped with oxygen, first aid and all diving staff are first aid trained.
To ensure the safety of our guests during their onward journey from the island, please be advised that we do not offer scuba diving within a 12-hour (single dive) or 24-hour (multiple dives) period prior to any air-travel, including low flying helicopters. Please take this into consideration when planning your stay.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
As a small island resort, the surrounding sea can become a little ‘choppy’ at times and therefore to ensure the safety of our guests, any planned dive may be rescheduled or cancelled subject to the conditions.
If you are considering scuba diving, it is advisable to ensure that you have sufficient travel insurance, in case of an accident. This should be arranged prior to travel.
DISCLAIMER
As a remote luxury private island, safety is paramount and therefore all guests who would like to experience scuba diving / dive training or any water sporting activities who suffer from or are currently on any medication for any of the following conditions (see medical document from PADI) are required to bring a signed letter of authorisation from a medical practitioner or diving physician (other than yourself). If you are certified diver, there is no need to complete the PADI medical form.
ADVICE TO GUESTS
It is Cousine Island’s recommendation that guests take sufficient insurance to cover scuba diving. Most policies include recreational scuba diving and some may charge an additional fee.
Certified Divers are required to bring their certification cards and must provide the following information in advance of your arrival to your travel consultant when booking:
Full names (including middle name)
Date of birth
Scuba diving credentials (level of certification)
Training organisation (PADI, SSI, BSAC)
Last dive date and location
Any personal gear you will be bringing with you
Please confirm your shoe size (fin size) and shirt size (BCD/Wetsuit)