Dive sites in Tahiti
9–60 m · 40 signature species
20 dive sites in Tahiti, from the most talked-about to the most confidential.↓ Map of dive sites in Tahiti
Max depth
20 of 20 sites
White Valley →
Drift along a white sandy valley to encounter multiple shark species in a high-visibility ocean environment.
Max. depth · 40 m
La Marado →
A deep reef slope characterized by dramatic canyons and extensive gorgonian coverage along the edge of Tahiti Iti.
Max. depth · 43 m
The Tetopa Grotto →
A unique shallow grotto system set into the outer reef near the Tetopa pass.
Max. depth · 9 m
The Spring →
A freshwater spring vents through the reef at six metres, creating a unique bubble column in a landscape of coral valleys and abundant turtles.
Max. depth · 35 m
The Faults Of Arue →
The geological structure of this site creates a vertical playground of cracks and overhangs dropping from a shallow plateau into the open ocean.
Max. depth · 60 m
St. Etienne Drop-Off →
A dramatic vertical descent from shallow coral ledges into a deep oceanic abyss.
Max. depth · 60 m
The Wrecks →
Explore a rare multi-wreck site within the Faa’a lagoon featuring a WWII flying boat and a large wooden schooner.
Max. depth · 30 m
The Wrecks →
Explore the remains of a Catalina seaplane and scattered wreckage resting on the sandy floor of the Faa'a lagoon.
Max. depth · 30 m
The Lagoon Hole →
Explore a deep, bowl-shaped depression within the lagoon featuring a sailboat wreck and resident reef sharks.
Max. depth · 27 m
The Gorgonias →
A deep vertical wall covered in colorful gorgonians and black coral located on the outer reef.
Max. depth · 38 m
Aquarium →
Explore three shallow wrecks and dense reef life within the sheltered Faa'a lagoon.
Max. depth · 13 m
The Paea Gorgonians →
A steep drop-off characterized by dense colonies of orange and yellow gorgonians and complex reef relief.
Max. depth · 60 m
Turtle's Flat →
Explore a unique reef plateau where a submarine freshwater spring creates a visible halocline and brings together large sea turtles.
Max. depth · 39 m
Papa Whiskey →
Explore a massive underwater amphitheatre formed by a plateau collapse, featuring steep walls and frequent shark sightings.
Max. depth · 50 m
Temaruata →
Experience an expansive coral plateau where blacktip and whitetip reef sharks frequently congregate.
Max. depth · 30 m
Le Catalina →
Explore the submerged remains of a PBY 5A seaplane, resting on the sandy lagoon floor off Tahiti, now a unique artificial reef.
Max. depth · 21 m
The Sea Fans →
Explore a deep reef structure defined by a massive canopy of gorgonian sea fans and the presence of silky sharks in the surrounding faults.
Max. depth · 60 m
Moray Eel Point →
Navigate sandy channels and deep canyons to find resident moray eels and reef sharks along the western barrier reef.
Max. depth · 45 m
La Vavi →
An expansive ocean-facing reef stretch on the west coast of the Taiarapu Peninsula offering significant depths and shark activity.
Max. depth · 35 m
La Zélée →
Explore the scattered remains of the French gunboat La Zélée, a historical wreck resting on a steep drop-off in Tahiti's clear waters, attracting pelagic life and offering a unique blend of history and reef diving.
Max. depth · 60 m
