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Dive centre · Nosy Be · Madagascar
4.847 Google reviewsNosy Komba Plongée
Explore the wild archipelagos of Madagascar from a dedicated centre on the shores of Nosy Komba, equipped with BAUER and COLTRI SUB compressors.
What sets this centre apart
- Located on the wild and preserved east beach of Ampangorina
- Established and operating since July 2006
- Instructors are trained in hyperbaric chamber use
- Equipped with BAUER and COLTRI SUB compressors
- SCUBAPRO approved centre
- Full international-standard oxygen therapy kits on site
- Offers instructor training for CMAS* , CMAS** and CMAS*** levels
- Provides bespoke diving cruises via Vingila or catamaran
Nosy Komba Plongée about the centre
Located on the east beach of Ampangorina village, Nosy Komba Plongée offers a more secluded and wild alternative to the busier atmosphere of Nosy Be. Since opening in 2006, the centre has become a base for divers seeking to explore the untouched marine environments of the Madagascar archipelago.
From this base, you can access some of the most renowned sites in the region, including Mitsio, Nosy Iranja, Radama, Cap San Sébastien, and Nosy Hara. Whether you prefer day trips or dedicated liveaboard adventures on a catamaran or Vingila, the focus remains on the natural beauty of these remote waters.
The club and its team
The team is composed of three experienced instructors, including BEES 1 and CMAS and PADI professionals. All instructors are trained in the use of hyperbaric chambers, ensuring a high standard of safety and professional oversight for every dive.
The centre is multi-affiliated, holding certifications from PADI, SSI, CMAS, FFESSM, EDA, and FMPSM. This allows them to cater to a wide range of diving backgrounds and training requirements.
Instruction is provided in French, and the centre is well-equipped to handle everything from initial discovery dives to advanced professional training.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI · SSI · CMAS · FFESSM · EDA · FMPSM
- Operating since
- 2006
- Languages spoken
- French
- Website available in
- French
- Management
- French
- Boats
- 2 · bateaux de plongée rapides ombragés
- Instructors and guides
- 3
- Oxygen on board
- Yes
- On board
- kits d'oxygénothérapie complets aux normes internationales
- Access and transfers
- Accès via l'aéroport international de Nosy Be, avec possibilité d'organiser des transferts vers Nosy Komba. Le centre est situé à 10 minutes en bateau rapide de Nosy Be.
- Accommodation
- Une large gamme d'hébergements est proposée sur l'île de Nosy Komba et ses environs.
- Address
- H84X+8V6, Ampangorinana, Madagascar
- Official website
- nosykombaplongee.com ↗
Courses on offer
Nosy Komba Plongée offers a comprehensive range of training for all levels. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving (Baptêmes), while those seeking certification can progress through full PADI, CMAS, FFESSM, EDA, and FMPSM diver courses.
The centre also serves as a professional training hub, offering instructor courses for CMAS* , CMAS** , and CMAS*** levels through the CMAS/EDA and CMAS/FMPSM pathways.
The boats
The centre operates two fast, shaded diving boats designed to reach the outer archipelagos efficiently. These vessels allow for comfortable transit to remote sites while providing shelter from the sun during the journey.
For those looking for more extended exploration, the centre organises bespoke diving cruises using either a Vingila or a catamaran, allowing you to reach the more distant reefs of Madagascar.
Equipment and gases
The shore-based facilities are built around reliable breathing gas production, featuring both BAUER and COLTRI SUB compressors. The centre is also an approved SCUBAPRO dealer.
Safety is a priority, with complete international-standard oxygen therapy kits kept on-site. For divers travelling with their own kit, the centre provides the necessary infrastructure to support your dives in this remote location.
Dive sites with Nosy Komba Plongée
Shark Point is a notable site specifically mentioned during the whale shark season. It offers the chance to encounter these giants in their natural habitat.
Manta Point is another key location for observing large pelagics, particularly during the peak season from mid-October to mid-December.
Roland Point is also a significant site for those targeting whale sharks during the seasonal window between mid-October and mid-December.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Roland Point
Marine life around Nosy Be
The primary draw for many divers is the seasonal presence of the whale shark. From mid-October to mid-December, these magnificent creatures can be encountered at sites such as Shark Point, Manta Point, and Roland Point.
Diving conditions
The best time to visit for whale shark encounters is the window between mid-October and mid-December.
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