Bora Dive & Research

Set directly on the waterfront across the lagoon from Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa, Bora Dive & Research is your gateway to the underwater world of Sainte-Marie, Madagascar. This PADI Dive Center pairs quality equipment with certified instructors, and everything here is designed to make that first dive feel unique, fun and wonderfully relaxed.

Courses for every level

Diving programs suit all levels, from complete beginners to seasoned divers, with pool-based initiations for children aged 8 and over. An onsite training pool and classroom back up the learning, while air fills, scuba equipment rental and a dive club round out the services. The dive boat, parking, free Wi-Fi and English- and French-speaking staff keep things easy from the moment you arrive.

Below the surface, Sainte-Marie's waters host sharks, whales, turtles and rays, alongside ocean fish, eels, corals, anemones, molluscs and crustaceans. It's an ideal fit for families, first-timers and curious divers who want expert guidance in a calm, welcoming setting.