Tagaroa Dive Team
Get To Know Us
We believe memorable experiences, fun and safe diving activities stem from a skilled and experienced dive team.
Learn more about the people behind Tagaroa Dive below.
John Tagaroa Rahasia
PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer & Razor Instructor
John is the founder of Tagaroa Dive. Started to dive in 2005, John found his way into the heart of the sea and has reached 4000+ dives to date. These dives include wreck, drift, cave, decompression, side-mount OW, mixed gas, and deep ocean dives. Based in Manado, John also frequents Jakarta and Bali as his teaching locations. Along with his passion for diving, John channeled his skills and interest in underwater photography by winning several photography competitions since 2021 to 2022, and is a contributor for national as well as international scuba diving magazines. John makes sure our clients have fun, receive the best training, create a safe and memorable experience diving with Tagaroa Dive Team.
Marnex Stanny Manoppo
PADI Dive Master
Marnex was born and raised on a small remote island between Indonesia and the Philippines, Sangihe. Started diving in 2002, he has experience as a dive guide and joined Tagaroa Dive Team in 2019. Marnex has a total of 20000+ dives to date which include side-mount OW Dives of 1000+. Developing an interest in underwater photography, he has won several national as well as international photography competitions since 2015 up to 2022. Marnex plays a vital role in making sure our clients receive top-notch service and leave with a satisfactory dive experience.
Lecoand Simorangkir
PADI Rescue Diver
Lecoand has been an enthusiast of adventure activities as well as water sports since his childhood. Has been curious about diving since 2011, he finally got his way to the underwater world and was certified in 2016, with 1000+ total dives to date. These include wreck, drift, side-mount OW, and deep ocean dives. Having had his underwater camera since 2017, Lecoand has won several national and international photography competitions in 2021 up to 2022. He is an invaluable member of our staff with the experience and personality to complete. You are to be sure in good hands when diving, enjoying the trip and making an amazing experience with our Tagaroa Dive Team.