About Us

Your Gateway to the Ultimate Dive Experience

At Oceans Alive, we believe the ocean should be accessible to everyone, whether you’re just starting out or an experienced diver seeking new adventures. We’re proud to be 100% locally owned, based right here in New Plymouth, and dedicated to supporting our community, our coastline, and the spirit of adventure that defines Taranaki.

We offer a complete dive experience under one roof: expert advice, certified training, high-quality gear, and a welcoming environment that makes you feel part of the family. Our passionate team is committed to providing the best equipment, the latest knowledge, and a strong focus on safety, so you can explore the underwater world with confidence.

Conveniently located next to Hunting & Fishing, with easy access to the boat ramp, Oceans Alive is your trusted local dive shop, helping you make the most of every dive. We welcome all enquiries and proudly ship nationwide.

Let’s get you diving!

Shop Hours

SUMMER
MONDAY – FRIDAY: 8:30AM – 5:00PM
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: 8:30AM – 3:00PM

WINTER
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY – FRIDAY: 10.00AM – 5.00PM
SATURDAY: 10.00AM – 3.00PM
SUNDAY : CLOSED

Dive Into Confidence with Oceans Alive

About Scuba Schools International (SSI)

Oceans Alive is proud to be Taranaki’s only 100% locally owned dive training centre, providing internationally recognised scuba certifications through Scuba Schools International (SSI). Whether you’re a beginner or building on your experience, we offer personalised guidance, expert instruction, and reliable dive gear to support every stage of your journey.

Scuba Schools International was founded in 1970 by a group of passionate divers determined to make scuba diving accessible to all. With more than 50 years of experience, SSI has become a global leader in diver education, offering trusted training programmes, certifications, and support for divers, instructors, dive centres, and resorts in over 110 countries and 2,800+ locations.

Since 2010, SSI has held Global ISO Certification — one of the few training agencies to meet this standard — and plays an active role in shaping international dive training protocols. This ensures that your SSI certification is not only respected around the world but also backed by a commitment to quality, safety, and learner success.

At Oceans Alive, we combine local knowledge with SSI’s global reputation to deliver high-quality, enjoyable training that opens up a lifetime of underwater adventure.

Oceans Alive meets NZ’s highest safety standards

Certified Safe, Adventure Ready

As an official provider under New Zealand’s Adventure Activities Regulations (Health and Safety at Work, 2016), Oceans Alive meets the highest standards of safety for open water SCUBA diving.

We hold a current OutdoorsMark certification, the recognised benchmark for safety in the adventure tourism industry. This means every course and dive we offer is delivered under strict safety systems — so you can focus on learning, exploring, and enjoying the experience, knowing you're in capable hands.

At Oceans Alive, safety isn't just a box we tick, it's built into every dive we do.