Dive Savaii - Savai'i
Dive Savaii is the only PADI 5 Star Dive Resort on Samoa's quieter island, Savai'i, making them the default choice if you're exploring this side of the archipelago. We found their setup straightforward, catering well to those looking to get certified or simply enjoy the local sites. The small operation means a more personal touch on dives, and they’re keen to show off the two main spots nearby, often with good visibility. For divers who appreciate a relaxed pace away from the crowds, Dive Savaii offers a solid, no-frills option to explore Savai'i's underwater world.
- Location
- Savai'i, Samoa, Central & South Pacific
- Coordinates
- -13.442426, -172.357480
- Website
- https://travel.padi.com/dive-center/samoa/dive-savaii/
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star Dive Resort [padi:36134]
- Address
- Savaii Island, Samoa
Dive Sites Near Dive Savaii
Dive Savaii provides access to 2 dive sites in Savai'i.
- Fagamalo Reef - 5-22m (reef)
- Lava Fields - 5-18m (reef)
Best Time to Dive in Savai'i
The warmest water temperatures in Savai'i occur in January, averaging 29.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 29.4°C.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 29.4°C (air: 25.9°C)
- February: 29.4°C (air: 25.6°C)
- March: 29.4°C (air: 26.3°C)
- April: 29.4°C (air: 26.4°C)
- May: 29.4°C (air: 26.3°C)
- June: 29.4°C (air: 26.0°C)
- July: 29.4°C (air: 25.5°C)
- August: 29.4°C (air: 25.4°C)
- September: 29.4°C (air: 25.5°C)
- October: 29.4°C (air: 25.6°C)
- November: 29.4°C (air: 25.7°C)
- December: 29.4°C (air: 25.6°C)
Marine Life in Savai'i
Home to 204 recorded species including 141 reef fish, 33 hard corals, 9 sea cucumbers, 8 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 clams & mussels, 3 whales & dolphins.
Notable Marine Life
- Burrowing urchin (Echinometra mathaei) - Sea Urchins
- Black sea cucumber (Holothuria atra) - Sea Cucumbers
- Greenfish (Stichopus chloronotus) - Sea Cucumbers
- Tigerfish (Bohadschia argus) - Sea Cucumbers
- Bristle-toothed Surgeonfish (Ctenochaetus striatus) - Reef Fish
- Bullethead Parrotfish (Chlorurus sordidus) - Reef Fish
- Batavian Parrotfish (Scarus psittacus) - Reef Fish
- Banded Goatfish (Parupeneus multifasciatus) - Reef Fish
- Blue Parrotfish (Scarus oviceps) - Reef Fish
- Butterfly fish (Chaetodon vagabundus) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for Savai'i
Based on average water temperature of 29.4°C.
- Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories