🌊 Our Story

Founded in 2008, Tamarin Ocean Pro Diving has grown into one of the west coast’s most trusted and friendly dive centres. Our home is the beautiful Tamarin Bay, famous for its surf spots, playful dolphins, and incredible sunsets. From here, we’re just minutes away by boat from some of the most iconic dive sites in Mauritius, including Aquarium Flic en Flac, the Cathedral, and many more.

What makes diving with us special is that we work exclusively with PADI, the world’s leading diver training organization. That means every experience we offer — from a first try dive to professional-level courses — follows the highest international standards for safety, quality, and fun. Whether you’re just getting started or working towards becoming a professional diver you’ll be learning and diving under the trusted PADI system, with certifications recognized all around the globe.

🌴 For Everyone — Hotel Guest or Not
Our dive centre is connected to the Veranda Tamarin Hotel, but we welcome everyone — hotel guests, day visitors, solo travelers, couples, and families. Diving is for all who are curious about the sea, and we love creating memorable experiences no matter your background or skill level.

🤿 Safety First, Always
Every dive is carefully adapted to your level of experience. Beginners enjoy shallow, calm sites where they can build confidence, while advanced divers can explore deeper reefs, caverns, and drift dives. Before each dive, our instructors provide a detailed briefing about the site, conditions, and what to expect — along with clear safety and environmental guidelines.
if you suffer from any medical conditions. These requirements are part of our philosophy: ensuring that every diver has an amazing experience that is also completely safe.

🐠 Our Equipment & Facilities
We offer complete equipment rental wetsuits, masks, fins, snorkels, BCDs, and regulators — as well as the flexibility to rent only what you need. All our gear is regularly serviced and maintained to guarantee reliability and comfort.

🏆 Professionalism & Standards
As members of the Mauritian Scuba Diving Association (MSDA), we are recognized for maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and dive quality. Combined with our exclusive partnership with PADI, this ensures that every course and dive you do with us meets world-class standards.

To dive with us, you’ll need your certification card, logbook, and a valid medical certificate

💙 Why Choose Us?

Because with us, it’s not just about diving — it’s about creating unforgettable memories. Warm waters year-round, small groups, passionate instructors, and the chance to explore one of the most diverse marine environments in the Indian Ocean… all from the friendly, welcoming atmosphere of our little dive family. If you’re looking to discover Mauritius underwater — safely, professionally, and with a team that genuinely loves what they do — you’ve just found the right place!

👨‍✈️ Meet the Team

Olivier Dada

Owner & Instructor

With nearly two decades of experience in professional diving, Olivier Dada is the heart and soul behind Tamarin Ocean Pro Diving. A certified instructor since 2005, Olivier has dedicated his life to sharing the wonders of the ocean with others, delivering exceptional service to divers of all levels — from complete beginners to advanced professionals.

Over the years, Olivier has trained and guided hundreds of divers, always with patience, professionalism, and an infectious passion for the sea. His ability to make divers feel both safe and inspired underwater has earned him a reputation as one of the most trusted instructors on the island.

🏆 Achievements & Recognition

Olivier’s excellence hasn’t gone unnoticed. He has received multiple Elite Instructor Awards from PADI — a recognition reserved for the most active and committed instructors worldwide. His centre has also been recognized with Excellence Awards for outstanding service, safety, and customer satisfaction. These accolades highlight not only his expertise, but also his dedication to maintaining the highest international standards.

🌊 Guiding Philosophy

For Olivier, diving is more than a sport — it’s about creating life-long memories and opening people’s eyes to the beauty of the underwater world. His guiding philosophy is simple: safety, respect for the ocean, and joy in every dive. Whether he’s introducing a child to their first bubbles or taking advanced divers on adrenaline-filled drift dives, Olivier ensures every guest feels welcome, cared for, and inspired.

💙 Beyond Diving

As the founder of Tamarin Ocean Pro Diving, Olivier has built a centre where professionalism meets a family-like atmosphere. His leadership sets the tone for the entire team: warm, approachable, and always striving to deliver the very best experiences to every guest who walks through the door.

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