Dodoku Dive Center

Dodoku Dive Center is located in Ternate, North Maluku, serving as a gateway to the diverse marine environments of Indonesia. Established in 2011, the centre operates with a strong focus on the protection and preservation of the local sea for future generations.

From their base in Kastela, you can access a variety of diving environments, including the reefs around Ternate and further excursions to Morotai, Hiri, and Tidore. The centre balances recreational diving with active environmental involvement, such as participating in sea turtle conservation efforts.

The centre is an SSI affiliated dive centre, providing a structured environment for both recreational and professional training. The team is composed of local divers who are deeply committed to marine conservation and environmental awareness in the Maluku Islands.

Instruction is available in English and Indonesian. The centre manages everything from introductory Try Scuba sessions to advanced professional programmes, ensuring a clear progression for those looking to move through the SSI certification levels.

The centre offers a comprehensive range of SSI courses designed for every stage of a diver's development. Beginners can start with Try Scuba or the Open Water Diver course, with the Advanced Open Water Diver programme available to expand your skills.

For those looking to refine their technique or increase their safety margins, the centre provides Scuba Skill Update, Navigation Dive, and Perfect Buoyancy courses. They also offer specialised training such as Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, and Night Dive certifications.

Professional and safety-focused training is a core part of their curriculum, including the SSI Stress and Rescue Diver course, Respond Right Emergency First Aid, and the full Divemaster programme.

Dodoku Dive Center provides full equipment hire for divers who prefer not to carry their own kit. This includes all the essential components required for a dive, from regulators to fins.

For your trips, the centre provides cylinders, weights, and documentation. Onboard services for excursions typically include lunch and mineral water to keep you hydrated between dives.