What is the "Fake Diving and Snorkelling Package Websites" scam in Nosy Be?

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Websites posing as legitimate Nosy Be dive centres advertise discounted liveaboard and reef-snorkelling packages, collecting deposits via PayPal or bank transfer. Operators cease all communication once payment is received. The real dive operators in Hell-Ville and Ambatoloaka do not recognise the booking on arrival, leaving tourists without their paid activity. Book diving and snorkelling exclusively through operators vetted by PADI or verified on Google Maps with recent reviews. Pay deposits by credit card where possible to allow chargebacks. Call or email the operator directly before paying.

Online Scams in Nosy Be

Fake Diving and Snorkelling Package Websites

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