Nosy Komba Plongée

Nosy Be, Madagascar

The team at Nosy Komba Plongée really stands out. For divers who prefer a quieter base away from Nosy Be’s main drag, this is our pick. They’ve been running since 2006, based on Nosy Komba itself, which gives you access to a slightly different set of dive sites, often less crowded. We love that they’re one of the few places offering CMAS instructor training, alongside a full range of PADI courses, right up from Discover Scuba Diving. You’re really choosing Nosy Komba Plongée for the intimate experience. Boat rides out are usually short, and we’ve often found ourselves on reefs like the Banc des Fusiliers with just our small group. Picture schools of fusiliers so thick they actually dim the light, a shimmering silver curtain. Or drifting along a wall, watching for ribbon eels poking out. We always suggest asking about their morning dives to the deeper pinnacles – that's often when you’ll catch the bigger pelagics passing through, like the occasional reef shark or a cruising eagle ray. Current can pick up a bit on some of these sites, so it’s good to have a few dives under your belt. They don’t rent equipment, so remember to pack your own gear.

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