We were so happy we got to go diving while in Paih...

We were so happy we got to go diving while in Paihia - had a great day both under the water and when chilling on the boat enjoying the amazing views.

My partner and I arranged refresher dives as we haven't dived for several years. I particularly am very much rookie level but I never felt rushed and felt really safe and reassured (despite my buoyancy issues! Eye roll). Despite mine and my partners differing skills levels, he enjoyed the day too, and was able to do a bit more of an extended dive (had more air left than me!) which was appreciated. We got sent some photos at the end of the day too which was really cool! Glad to see I am no more photogenic underwater lol.

Also just wanted to say that prior to booking I had read a few other reviews which mentioned the boat being a bit cramped, but it was completely fine (and from what they were saying I think we had a particularly busy day). You need to do a bit of shuffling around while different groups of people set up, but certainly not an issue.

Would love to come back to do more diving in the Bay of Islands, and would certainly recommend to others :)