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The Dive Centre - The Big Fish


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 12 attractions in Avarua
Traveler Description: The Dive Centre 'Big Fish' is situated at Aroa Beach, opposite The Rarotongan Beach Resort and Spa. This is the largest dive centre on the island and... more »
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Address: Aroa Beach
Po Box 142 Avarua
Cook Islands
Tel: 0068220238
Fax: 0068220238

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2 of 5 stars
Aihe   4 contributions
Hauraki
Dec 26, 2009

Staying close by I picked the Dive Centre for my diving on Rarotonga. My first contact was with a German lady in the shop. Not rude, but she perhaps should find a job she likes. If there had been another shop close by, I would have probably walked away without booking, but the proximity and the reviews convinced me book... more

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5 of 5 stars
kiatoa   2 contributions
Rarotonga
Dec 13, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Dived with them (again) yesterday. 4 sharks (one a meter away). Drifted out of the lagoon passage alongside 4 turtles. School of 11 eagle rays above us. Lots of fish. Awesome passage with swim-throughs and caves. Just me and the guide. I've dived with this outfit a lot now, and this experience would be typical (obviously the marine life varies... more

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5 of 5 stars
SunloverRarotonga   1 contribution
Rarotonga
Dec 7, 2009

I have always wanted to Dive and finally took the plunge by booking my open water course with the Dive Centre. Sabine was so helpful and really put my mind to rest when I was feeling a little nervous. I completed the course and found Sacha and the other instructors to be excellent at all times. Sacha made me feel... more

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5 of 5 stars
Young_at_heart00   2 contributions
Australia
Dec 6, 2009

In the Cook Islands recently on holidays, my husband and I completed several dives with the Dive Centre. Being middle aged and normally only having the opportunity to dive on annual leave at best, I was a little nervous. I found the staff at the Dive Centre to be most helpful, not only to the youger divers but also the... more

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5 of 5 stars
suep71   1 contribution
California (though I'm really an east coaster!)
Oct 18, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

I have only positive things to say about this dive operation! During the first 2 weeks of Oct 2009 I did my nitrox course with the Dive Centre and then an additional 8 fun dives. As a result, I had the opportunity to dive with most of the staff at least once. Everyone was super friendly and made me feel... more

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4 of 5 stars
Generalfuzzyboots   5 contributions
New Zealand
Oct 18, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We booked our 15 year old son on a 3 day scuba course with the Big Fish. At all times they gave us all the information we needed, and we felt comfortable leaving him in their care. They demonstrated a commitment to safety, and also to giving everyone the best scuba experience possible for their needs and abilities. Our son... more

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5 of 5 stars
DiamondTrina   1 contribution
UK
Oct 15, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Well it is going to be very hard to top that dive. It was totally awesome. Much better than the Great Barrier reef. I saw sooooo much wildlife, including turtles, giant moray eels, scorpion fish, lion fish, stone fish, puffer fish. It was like every time I turned around there was something even more incredible to look at. The staff... more

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5 of 5 stars
ChChKate   1 contribution
ChCh
Oct 3, 2009

Have just returned from 7 fantastic dives with these guys. Sacha and Sabine were fantastic hosts and made us feel very welcome. The instructors were knowledgable and friendly and made sure everyone had the best possible experience. Saw some incredible marine life - spanish dancers, eagle rays, turtles and sharks. Absolutely brilliant - even in the pouring rain and with... more

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5 of 5 stars
jimbo600   4 contributions
wellington
Sep 29, 2009

I had one tour consisting of two dives with the Dice Centre Rarotonga. They put together a fantastic day. The guide was easy going yet very professional and knowledgeable. Everything was so easy and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. I'll certainly be going back. more

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5 of 5 stars
Addicted_Diver   4 contributions
Rarotanga, Cook Islands
Sep 26, 2009

I first dived the the dive centre when I was 10 years old, a couple of years ago. Starting from scratch I didn't know a lot about diving, but the instructors and staff members were always really friendly and patient. Safety always seemed one of their highest priorities, which maked me and my parents feel safe and comfortable diving there.... more

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Aroa Beach | Po Box 142, Avarua, Cook Islands
Tel: 0068220238 Fax: 0068220238