The visibility might be great over the winter months, but West Coast rain can certainly have us dreaming of trading in drysuits for warmer temperatures! This year, the Diving Locker is thrilled to expand our winter dive destinations with an unforgettable trip to Fiji—the soft coral capital of the world! From October 21st-29th, 2025, join us for a week of breathtaking dives, stunning marine life, and tropical paradise.

Why Choose Fiji?

Fiji is a bucket-list destination for divers worldwide, offering some of the most vibrant reefs and marine life on the planet. With over 10,000 km² of pristine coral reefs, the diversity is astounding, even to seasoned warm water travelers. Whether you’re after pelagic encounters, macro life, or stunning reef formations Fijian diving is the place to be, especially in October! Some noted highlights about Fiji diving include:

• Over 1,200 species of reef fish
• More than 467 species of mollusks
• Around 390 species of coral, including soft corals unique to Fiji
• Sharks, rays, sea turtles, and an abundance of tropical fish

With warm waters, incredible biodiversity, and world-class dive sites, Fiji is a paradise for both seasoned divers and those looking to experience a truly immersive underwater adventure.

Where Are We Staying?

For this trip, we’ll be staying at Taveuni Dive Resort, a top-class accommodation designed specifically for international divers. Unlike a liveaboard, this trip balances amazing diving with opportunities to explore the surrounding island.

• Spacious and comfortable bures (bungalows)
• Eco-friendly resort with a focus on sustainability
• On-site dive center for easy access to daily dive trips
• Opportunities for excursions beyond diving, including waterfall hikes and cultural visits

This resort provides the perfect blend of comfort and adventure, making it an ideal choice for those who want exceptional diving with time to unwind and explore.

What to Expect Diving in Fiji

Fiji’s reefs are some of the healthiest and most diverse in the world, offering everything from colorful coral gardens to thrilling drift dives.

What You’ll See

• Massive schools of tropical fish
• Sharks and rays cruising the reefs
• Hard and soft coral gardens bursting with color
• Macro critters like nudibranchs and ghost pipefish
• Sea turtles gracefully swimming among the coral
• Swirling barracudas and pelagic encounters

Whether you love photography, deep dives, or just soaking in the sheer beauty of untouched coral reefs, Fiji has it all.

What to Pack on Your Fiji Getaway:

Here’s what you’ll need for the trip:

• Mask, snorkel, and fins
• Regulator with pressure gauge
• Buoyancy compensator (BCD)
• Dive computer
• Wetsuit (3mm recommended for warm water comfort)
• Night dive gear (dive light + backup light)

Need to rent gear? No problem! The Diving Locker offers full gear rentals for the trip. Alternatively, gear rental is available directly at Taveuni Dive Resort.

Meet Your Trip Leader – Dani

Dani is excited to take you back to Taveuni, where she spent 3 months of her Divemaster’s Course. Almost a local at this point, she is excited to share one of her favourite dive destinations. For those who dive regularly with the Diving Locker, know that she’s both an amazing dive lead, and an excellent photographer – she might even get some great pictures of you throughout the week! 

When and Where to Join Us

• Dates: October 21-29, 2025
• Location: Taveuni Dive Resort, Fiji
• Included:
  • 8 nights of accommodation in traditional, Fijian bures. (Double occupancy)
  • Daily dives at world-class sites, for a total of 15 dives through the week
  • Delicious daily meals and local hospitality
  • Opportunities for island exploration and cultural experiences during downtime

Ready for the dive trip of a lifetime? Spots are limited, so don’t miss out!
Visit Diving Locker’s Fiji Trip Page to secure your registration.